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Tropical Rain Forests: An Ecological and Biogeographical ComparisonISBN: 978-1-4051-4109-3
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336 pages
February 2009, Wiley-Blackwell
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Written by two leading figures in the field, this essential new
volume:
volume:
- Emphasizes the distinctive characteristics of rain forests in
tropical Asia, tropical America, Africa,Madagascar,New Guinea,
and Australia - Begins with an introduction to the climate, biogeographic history,
and environment of tropical rain forests - Presents an extended cross-continental treatment of major
animal and plant groups - Outlines a research program involving cross-continental
comparisons - Considers the impact of people on tropical forests and
discusses conservation strategies based upon the characteristics
of particular regions rather than a one-size-fits-all approach - Includes natural history examples, figures, and a stunning
collection of color photographs
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