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Ecology Of Urban Environments

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  • Publisher:
    Wiley-Blackwell, 2016
    Note: This book was purchased with support from the Government of Canada's Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Component.

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  • Author: Parris, Kirsten M.
    Date:
    Created
    2016
    Summary:

    Provides an accessible introduction to urban ecology, using established ecological theory to identify generalities in the complexity of urban environments.

    • Examines the bio-physical processes of urbanization and how these influence the dynamics of urban populations, communities and ecosystems
    • Explores the ecology of humans in cities
    • Discusses practical strategies for conserving biodiversity and maintaining ecosystem services in urban environments
    • Includes case studies with questions to improve retention and understanding

    Genre:
    Math and science
    Subject(s): SCIENCE / Life Sciences / Zoology / General | Science
    Original Publisher: Malden, MA, Wiley-Blackwell
    Language(s): English
    ISBN: 9781119241157