Role Of Corridors And Connectivity In Wildlife Conservation
Humans are responsible for the derogation of natural environments on a global scale. In order to maintain populations of wildlife species, it is important to preserve habitats in areas dominated by humans. There is an issue with creating protected areas that function as islands, as these areas cannot exist segregated from surrounding landscapes. Therefore, it is important to develop habitat linkages. This book includes a theoretical discussion of the effect of habitat ‘corridors’ on species populations and ecosystems, and how these linkages can be designed and implemented in conservation.
Excerpt from Book Summary:
“The loss and fragmentation of natural habitats is one of the major issues in wildlife management and conservation. Habitat “corridors” are sometimes proposed as an important element within a conservation strategy. Examples are given of corridors both as pathways and as habitats in their own right. Includes detailed reviews of principles relevant to the design and management of corridors, their place in regional approaches to conservation planning, and recommendations for research and management.”
Table of Contents:
- Responding to an Issue of Global Concern
- Habitat Fragmentation and the Consequences for Wildlife
- Approaches to Understanding the Benefits of Connectivity
- Connectivity and Wildlife Conservation
- Movements of Animals Through Linkages
- Linkages as Ecological Elements in the Landscape
- Design and Management of Linkages for Conservation
- Connectivity and Conservation Strategy
- Case Studies of Linkages in Land-use Planning and Conservation