Advances in Biogeography.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Rickman, David.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Biogeography.

Biodiversity.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (273 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Lanham : Arts & Science Academic Publications (ASAP), 2022.

Summary:

Advances in Biogeography, edited by Dave Rickman, is a comprehensive exploration of the latest developments and theories in biogeography. The book covers a range of topics, including pure and applied biogeography, zoogeography, parascript, and the spatial and temporal distribution of species and ecosystems. It delves into patterns and dynamics of biodiversity, the impact of human activities on natural habitats, and the role of geography in addressing global challenges such as climate change and population growth. Through case studies and discussions, the book highlights the innovative methods and models used in the field. It is an essential resource for students and researchers in earth sciences, climatology, and physical geography, offering insights into the interaction between human culture and the natural environment. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Half Title

Title

Copyright

About the Book

About the Author

Preface

Contents

Chapter 1 Introductory Chapter: The Main Directions and Tasks of Pure and Applied Biogeography in Solving the Global Problems of Our Time

Chapter 2 Parascript, Parasites and Historical Biogeography

Chapter 3 Composition and Distribution Patterns of Species at a Global Biogeographic Region Scale: Biogeography of Aphodiini Dung Beetles (Coleoptera, Scarabaeidae) Based on Species Geographic and Taxonomic Data

Chapter 4 Biogeography of Dragonflies and Damselflies: Highly Mobile Predators

Chapter 5 Biogeography of Flowering Plants: A Case Study in Mignonettes (Resedaceae) and Sedges (Carex, Cyperaceae)

Chapter 6 Ecology and Zoogeography of Parasites

Chapter 7 Hybridisation, Introgression and Phylogeography of Icelandic Birch

Chapter 8 Microbial Biodiversity and Biogeography on the Deep Seafloor

Chapter 9 Geography of Udi Cuesta Contribution to Hydro-Meteorological Pattern of the South Eastern Nigeria

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ISBN:

9781839371127

1839371129

OCLC:

1455760185