Butterfly conservation
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Bibliographic Information
Butterfly conservation
Oxford University Press, 1997
2nd ed
Available at 4 libraries
Note
Includes bibliographical references (p. [226]-243) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Many butterflies have declined in abundance during recent decades, and their conservation engenders concern and effort in many parts of the world. This book is a broad survey of the science of butterfly conservation. It discusses the causes of butterfly decline and - within the context of a summary of butterfly biology and using examples from several countries - illustrates how attempts are now in progress to conserve particular butterfly species, local assemblages,
Table of Contents
- Prface
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Butterflies - Classification, Diversity and Biology
- 3. Causes of Butterfly Decline
- 4. Awareness and Concern
- 5. Studying Butterflies for Conservation
- 6. Towards Management of Butteflies or Habitats
- 7. Case Histories in Butterfly Conservation
- 8. Butterflies in Towns and Gardens
- 9. The Future
- Appendices
- Glossary
- Bibliography
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