Author: Daniel H. MonsonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Exxon Valdez Oil Spill, Alaska, 1989
Languages : en
Pages : 446
Book Description
Sea Otters (Enhydra Lutris) and Steller Sea Lions (Eumetopias Jubatus) in the North Pacific
Author: Daniel H. MonsonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Exxon Valdez Oil Spill, Alaska, 1989
Languages : en
Pages : 446
Book Description
Human Impacts on Seals, Sea Lions, and Sea Otters
Author: Todd J. BrajePublisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520948971
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 329
Book Description
For more than ten thousand years, Native Americans from Alaska to southern California relied on aquatic animals such as seals, sea lions, and sea otters for food and raw materials. Archaeological research on the interactions between people and these marine mammals has made great advances recently and provides a unique lens for understanding the human and ecological past. Archaeological research is also emerging as a crucial source of information on contemporary environmental issues as we improve our understanding of the ancient abundance, ecology, and natural history of these species. This groundbreaking interdisciplinary volume brings together archaeologists, biologists, and other scientists to consider how archaeology can inform the conservation and management of pinnipeds and other marine mammals along the Pacific Coast.
Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program, 2012-2017
Author: Annual Report of the Marine Mammal Commission
Author: United States. Marine Mammal CommissionPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Marine mammals
Languages : en
Pages : 538
Book Description
Alternative Energy Development and Production and Alternate Use of Facilities on the Outer Continental Shelf
Author: Ramsar Wetlands of the North American West Coast and Central Pacific
Author: Ricardo D. LopezPublisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1003827004
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 462
Book Description
This is the first comprehensive international atlas featuring all ecological services provided by Ramsar wetlands, with complete views of all Ramsar sites, through remote sensing and mapping. Written by an international expert on wetlands and remote sensing, this atlas is for a broad audience and compiles much-needed information on how the Ramsar wetlands are of significant value to the planet and society and can and should be managed in such a way that supports planetary sustainability. Focused on the 72 designated Ramsar sites along the western coasts of Alaska, Canada, California, Mexico, and the Central Pacific islands, each wetland is articulately documented with respect to its specific ecological functions and services. FEATURES Provides a comprehensive assessment of the key biophysical and societal elements of each Ramsar-designated wetland along the North American West Coast and Central Pacific Brings all designated Ramsar wetlands to the reader in one visually appealing compendium using geospatial technology Aids in highlighting the importance of and options for wetland conservation and restoration worldwide Explains the important role that wetlands play in environmental sustainability, directly supporting the global sustainable development goals of the United Nations Introduces the contributions of the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands to global conservation and restoration This atlas is intended for wetland managers and policymakers involved in the Ramsar Convention activities and for wetland ecologists and other allied environmental scientists and practitioners, such as hydrologists, microbiologists, and botanists. It is also a valuable resource for researchers, faculty, and graduate students affiliated with programs such as wetland ecology, wetland management, environmental studies, environmental management, and survey of wetlands.
Hats
Author: Malcolm SmithPublisher: MSU Press
ISBN: 1628953845
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 374
Book Description
For such simple garments, hats have had a devastating impact on wildlife throughout their long history. Made of wild-caught mammal furs, decorated with feathers or whole stuffed birds, historically they have driven many species to near extinction. By the turn of the twentieth century, egrets, shot for their exuberant white neck plumes, had been decimated; the wild ostrich, killed for its feathers until the early 1900s, was all but extirpated; and vast numbers of birds of paradise from New Guinea and hummingbirds from the Americas were just some of the other birds killed to decorate ladies’ hats. At its peak, the hat trade was estimated to be killing 200 million birds a year. At the end of the nineteenth century, it was a trade valued at £20 million (over $25 million) a year at the London feather auctions. Weight for weight, exotic feathers were more valuable than gold. Today, while no wild birds are captured for feather decoration, some wild animals are still trapped and killed for hatmaking. A fascinating read, Hats will have you questioning the history of your headwear.
A Photographic Atlas of Marine Biology
Author: Gary D. WisehartPublisher: Morton Publishing Company
ISBN: 1617310298
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
A Photographic Atlas of Marine Biology is a full-color supplement that provides photographs of preserved specimens and images taken at various aquaria to provide coverage of organisms in the worldÕs oceans. It is designed to accompany any marine biology text or laboratory manual.
Allocation of Harvest Opportunity Between Sectors of the Pacific Coast Groundfish Fishery
Author: Low-Frequency Sound and Marine Mammals
Author: National Research CouncilPublisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309050251
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 91
Book Description
This volume reviews the current state of knowledge regarding the effects of low-frequency sound on marine mammals and makes recommendations for research. In addition, the book describes current federal regulations prescribed under the Marine Mammal Protection Act that govern the taking of marine mammals by scientific research activities, and it recommends changes to expedite the regulatory process dealing with scientific research activities.