Washington dc conservation international 2002 (4 risultati)

Quarto, paperback,146 pp.The Togeans are a picturesque group of islands in the large Tomini Bay of Central Sulawesi, with coral reefs known for their vast biodiversity and rich marine resources. The Togean-Banggai archipelago was declared a marine tourist park in 1990, but fears exist about its long-term protection, and many organizations are working in concert to improve regional development planning and natural resource management, including community-protected areas. This rapid assessment offers an idea of the many species of fish, corals, and other marine life present in the region, collecting the raw data necessary to ensure conservation efforts are informed and efficient. RAP Bulletin of Biological Assessment # 20.…

Quarto,156 pp.,illustrations, paperback. RAP Bulletin of Biological Assessment # 19. Damaged copy.

Quarto,193 pp.softcover. The Raja Ampat islands are another example of a highly diverse coral ecosystem under threat. Such regions stand out not only because of their species richness, endemism, and habitat level diversity, but also because of their relatively pristine condition. Yet portions of these coral ecosystems face imminent destruction and degradation because of over-fishing or destructive fishing, pollution, population growth, and the urbanization of coastlines. This rapid assessment catalogs the current biological state of the Raja Ampat islands and assesses potential threats.…

Quarto,156 pp.,illustrations, paperback. RAP Bulletin of Biological Assessment # 19.