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Proper designation of Essential Fish Habitat (EFH) is a highly important spatial measure in any management of fishery resources. EFH is defined as those waters and substrates necessary to fish for spawning, breeding, feeding, or growth to maturity, a definition that includes the physical, chemical and biological properties of marine areas and the associated sediment and biological assemblages that sustain fish populations throughout their full life cycle.

This book presents latest advances in EFH mapping and modelling and introduces the environmental approach to EFH identification through the combined use of latest technologies and advanced techniques, such as Remote Sensing, Geographic Information Systems and Spatial Statistics.

The contents of this book include overviews and comparisons of different approaches on species habitat modelling, methods to identify teleconnection patterns between large-scale meteo-oceanic phenomena and local environmental variation, and EFH maps for cephalopod, shrimp, hake, anchovy, sardine, and swordfish resources in the Mediterranean.

The aims of this book are to provide accumulated knowledge on marine species essential habitat mapping and to be a source for further developments in the important topic of marine resource management.

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Starts slow but informative
I had to read this for class and i have to confess i couldn't manage reading the whole thing (I skipped the middle 2 of 6 chapters). The introduction and first 2 chapters are pretty much torture unless you have a pretty good idea of the lingo or are simply very interested in the subject. It does get interesting later on with some good info on the people of Indonesia and some of the blame-game and corruption in the country. Its a hard to read book that (if you can get through it) makes you seriously consider the subject of "biodiversity conservation" and its major cons.

A must-read for anyone interested in biodiversity conservation
This book was an eye-opener for me; a whole new perspective on biodiversity conservation.Many times, books such as this don't really apply to the rest of the world, but the ideas in here are very applicable everywhere.I found the book moving and very thought provoking, especially the last three chapters.

Unfortunately, she obscures many of her ideas in hard-to-follow political ecology rhetoric.Her first chapter is rough to get through for a lay person, and she beats you over the head with her manifesto.But once you get past that first chapter, the book picks up and finishes off with a fantastic conclusion that will change the way you think about biodiversity. ... Read more

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The simple and thematically presented text is both easy to read and to understand. Added interest is encouraged by snippets of information contained in special boxes and extended captions. Also included are suggested places to visit, all associated with the topic discussed on the particular double-page spread. To aid research, the text is divided into definite sections - Long, Long Ago; The People; The Culture; The Community; Science and Technology; The Economy; The Land; The Wildlife. A well-researched and visually stimulating volume. ... Read more

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This one-of-a-kind text is a practical guide to real-life situations and issues encountered by wildlife conservation and law enforcement professionals. Dramatically updated, Wildlife Law Enforcement offers an excellent balance between theoretical and practical information using real-life examples, actual case references, and hypothetical case studies. ... Read more

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From the sunlit surface to the darkness of the deep, this book explores the fascinating life forms that exist in our oceans. Peer in to the depths of this tunnel effect book and investigate each zone of the ocean. ... Read more

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Terrarium hobbyists interested in acquiring a truly exotic pet as well as life science students will find virtually everything they need to know about keeping a tarantula in captivity. This book includes detailed information on the natural history and biology of these fascinating creatures, and the care chapter has been completely updated and revised. The book is filled with color photos and scientifically accurate line art, most of which examples are new to this second edition. Since its initial publication, hobbyists have come to consider this book the Â"Bible of Arachnoculture.Â" ... Read more

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Must buy tarantula book...
With our new tarantula came a lot, A LOT, of questions on proper care. Internet searches came up with conflicting information.
Then I found this book. All other reviews were excellent, so I tried it.
This is truly a MUST HAVE book that covers anything and everything to do with your new 8 legged friend. From feeding, to care of pet, this book covers it all.
Buy it and enjoy!

Keepers guide ...The Best book on tarantulas out there
The Tarantula Keepers guide is the most complete book on the market for raising, housing,breeding,feeding and loving tarantulas. I have spent hours on the internet looking at the "info" thats around and the only thing I learned is that info is very different from site to site. This book is a favorite among Tarantula hobbiest.

All you need to get started
I have made this review 4 stars for only one reason, and that is because early in the read, this book tends to have too much technical info, history, scientific references and lengthy discussions on nomenclature for the beginner, and even for the well strung enthusiast. But at the same time these points make this book almost seem as though it belongs in a college classroom in it's professionalism and thoroughness.
However, if you pay attention to the prompts earlier on in the book, you will quickly be directed to the portions of the book that will hold the most relevant info for most topics you need info on. It is quite clear that tarantulas are suffering a severe lack of study, and this book lends you as much information as seems available on many topics, I would definitely suggest other reading material on tarantulas to broaden ones knowledge on these illusive and fantastical creatures, especially if looking for specific species accounts, information, care sheets etc, although if you read this book, you will find that most species can be cared for in similar fashion, and this book makes it very clear how simple it really can be.
If you are a budding enthusiast or an experienced keeper, this is definitely a book to have in your collection even if just for the sake of reference, you will find everything from basic care info to current breeding methods, most certainly worth it's price.

A must for Tarantula owners
As stated a must for tarantula beginners and pro's alike. easy to understand, lots of pics, professional tips, and advice. A wide database of information on anything about Tarantulas

The Tarantula Keeper's Guide: Comprehensive Information on Care, Housing, and Feeding
This a book easy to read with a good to best information , it coverts most aspect for keeping and raising Tarantulas, most info is in time and recommended to all beginners and source for fast display needed for professional breeders. ... Read more

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This is the second edition of a book that reviews current and future computer trends in fisheries science applications. The first edition was published 10 years ago. Individuals have been quick to realize the potential of computers in fisheries and scientists continue to take advantage of the rapidly advancing tools and technology. This book provides a valuable sampling of contemporary applications and in some cases compares recent developments to the status of the situation 10 years ago. In many cases perspectives are presented by the same authors that contributed to the first edition. Scientists will have an opportunity to evaluate the suitability of different computer technology applications to their particular research situation thereby taking advantage of the experience of others.

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A reassessment of the studies done on this deer herd over the years and their implications for state wildlife management agencies.
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This software program, created as a companion to the "Manual of Ornithology", includes graphics, animations and text that illustrate the biology, behaviour, flight and anatomic structure of birds. The program, which is also designed to interface with an interactive videodisc, consists of four 800K discs and a manual. This program requires a Macintosh computer with Maciontosh operating system version 6.07 or later; 2MB or more of random access memory (RAM); a hard disc drive with at least 2.5MB of free space; and HyperCard 2.1 software. ... Read more

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This book presents up-to-date biological species mappingtechniques that are being used in many different parts of the world bythose atthe forefront of conservation and development activities. Itpresentsdetails of the harnessing of new technologies being used indifferentparts of the world to map biological diversity such asaerophotography, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), GeographicalInformation Systems (GIS) and modern methods of field survey. ... Read more

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An essential guide to bird identification in this wilderness region.

Voyageurs National Park, on the Minnesota-Ontario border, is beloved by campers, canoeists, kayakers, hikers, and especially, bird-watchers. Its solitude offers a relatively undisturbed habitat, and its unusually varied ecosystem-the open water of large lakes, wetlands, and upland forests-provides a unique home for its bird population. Indeed, Voyageurs encompasses some of the greatest diversity of bird life in North America with over one hundred species known to breed within the park and even more nonbreeding visitors.

This book describes one hundred of Voyageurs' most commonly seen birds-from the familiar Common Loon to more unusual species such as the Black-Backed Three-Toed Woodpecker and the Mourning Warbler. Each entry provides a full-color photograph, a detailed description, behavioral information, and tips for where to go in the park to see these birds. Here we learn that more than half of the warblers of eastern North America can be found in the Voyageurs environs.And we are provided with explanations for surprising facts such as the paucity of sandpipers in the park (it has few of the sandy beaches and mudflats they require) and how beavers influence the bird species that reside there.

Voyageurs is one of the best birding destinations in the national park system. Until now there was no adequate resource for those wishing to enjoy its singular combination of species and habitats. This richly illustrated volume fills that void. Not only informational, it will also be a cherished memento for visitors to the Minnesota-Ontario border country and an inspiration for those planning such a trip.

The Voyageurs Region National Park Association was formed in 1965 to work for the creation of Voyageurs National Park. Since the park's authorization by Congress in 1971, the organization has worked to preserve the natural, recreational, and historic resources of Voyageurs National Park and to promote public enjoyment of the park.

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