Mammals of Europe - Past, Present, and Future / edited by Klaus Hackländer, Frank E. Zachos.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Hackländer, Klaus, Editor.

Zachos, Frank E., Editor.

Series:

Handbook of the Mammals of Europe, 2730-7387

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Animal ecology.

Zoology.

Biodiversity.

Conservation biology.

Ecology.

Animal Ecology.

Conservation Biology/Ecology.

Local Subjects:

Animal Ecology.

Zoology.

Biodiversity.

Conservation Biology/Ecology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (16 illus., 5 illus. in color. eReference.)

Edition:

1st ed. 2020.

Place of Publication:

Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2020.

Summary:

This introductory volume provides an overview about the history and current status of European mammals, as well as management strategies. The remaining volumes cover comprehensive overviews of each species’ biology including paleontology, physiology, genetics, reproduction and development, ecology, habitat, diet, mortality and age determination. Their economic significance and management, as well as future challenges for research and management are also addressed. Each chapter includes a distribution map, a photograph of the animal and key literature. This authoritative handbook provides a timely and detailed description of all European mammals and will appeal to academics and students in mammal research, as well as to professionals dealing with mammal management, including control, use and conservation.

Contents:

Handbook of the Mammals of Europe: a general introduction

Mammal Habitats in Europe: Geology, Vegetation and Climate

History of European Mammals

Conservation Status of European Mammals

Management of European Mammals

History of Mammal Research in Europe.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9783030002817

3030002810