Author: Roger S. PetersonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Clearing of land
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Ecology and Management of Sand Shinnery Communities
Author: Roger S. PetersonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Clearing of land
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
New Mexico Vegetation
Author: William A. Dick-PeddiePublisher: UNM Press
ISBN: 9780826321640
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Originally published in 1993 and now available for the first time in paperback, this book remains one of the few authoritative vegetation compilations for a western state. It is the first comprehensive study of the biological history and evolution of New Mexico's vegetation and includes a detailed account of the distribution of plant communities in the state today. Discussed are the following major types of vegetation: tundra and coniferous forest, woodland and savanna, grassland, scrubland, riparian, and wetlands. For each type, information is provided on the principal plant species. In addition, for each vegetation type special attention is given to describing how plants sharing a common location interact and, in particular, how human activity impacts on each type. Much of New Mexico's vegetation is in some stage of succession as a result of human-initiated disturbances such as fire, logging, and livestock grazing. The book ends with a detailed description of species of special concern and what is being done to preserve examples of vegetation types within the state. A map of the state's vegetation, including types not found on existing maps, accompanies the book. The classifications of vegetation employed here are easily recognizable in the field, which makes them of greater use to the public as well as to resource managers, researchers, and students.
Status, Ecology, and Management of the Lesser Prairie Chicken
Author: Maple Andrew TaylorPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Lesser prairie chicken
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
General Technical Report RMRS
Author: Special Status Species Resource Management Plan Amendment
Author: Greater Sage-Grouse
Author: Steven T. KnickPublisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520267117
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 664
Book Description
"Here's everything one needs to know about sage-grouse, but it's much more than that. From the probing analyses of sage-grouse biology, one gains a broader understanding the ecology and conservation imperatives of sagebrush habitats throughout the West."—John A. Wiens, Chief Conservation Science Officer, PRBO Conservation Science "The threats facing Sage-grouse and the sagebrush habitats of the West are as vast as the landscape itself. Anyone’s foray into confronting this monumental conservation challenge should begin in the pages of this book.”-Ben Deeble, Sagebrush-Steppe Project Leader
Wild Carnivores of New Mexico
Author: Jean-Luc E. CartronPublisher: University of New Mexico Press
ISBN: 0826351530
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1145
Book Description
In this first-ever landmark study of New Mexico's wild carnivores, Jean-Luc E. Cartron and Jennifer K. Frey have assembled a team of leading southwestern biologists to explore the animals and the major issues that shape their continued presence in the state and region. The book includes discussions on habitat, evolving or altered ecosystems, and new discoveries about animal behavior and range, and it also provides details on the distribution, habitat associations, life history, population status, management, and conservation needs of individual carnivore species in New Mexico. Like Cartron's award-winning Raptors of New Mexico, Wild Carnivores of New Mexico shares the same emphasis on scientific rigor and thoroughness, high readability, and visual appeal. Each chapter is illustrated with numerous color photographs to help readers visualize unique morphological or life-history traits, habitat, research techniques, and management and conservation issues.
Ecology, Diversity, and Sustainability of the Middle Rio Grande Basin
Author: Deborah M. FinchPublisher: DIANE Publishing
ISBN: 0788130137
Category : Basins (Geology)
Languages : en
Pages : 197
Book Description
Synthesizes existing information on the ecology, diversity, human uses & research needs of the Middle Rio Grande Basin of New Mexico. Begins with a review of the environmental history & human cultures of the basin, followed by an analysis of the influences & problems of climate & water. Also focuses on ecological processes, environmental changes & management problems. Each chapter identifies studies that can supply information to mitigate environmental problems, rehabilitate ecosystems, & sustain them in light of human values & needs.
Plant Associations of Region Two
Author: Barry C. JohnstonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Botany
Languages : en
Pages : 414
Book Description
Ecosystem Disturbance and Wildlife Conservation in Western Grasslands
Author: Deborah M. FinchPublisher: DIANE Publishing
ISBN: 9780788142048
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 88
Book Description
Reviews & synthesizes info. about the structure, function, & components of steppe & desert grassland ecosystems in the western U.S. with special emphasis on the ecological roles & requirements of wildlife species. It is designed to draw attention to some wildlife topics that have been particularly neglected for western grasslands, & represents a cross section of the papers orally presented at the symposium as well as some additional papers solicited afterwards. Those interested in sustaining the ecological health, productivity, & biological diversity of western grassland ecosystems will find this publication valuable.