urban ecology
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Author_Kirsten M. Parris
biological life sciences
biology
Category=JBSD
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city development
city ecology
city planning
ecoligical science
ecology
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organismal biology
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Product details
- ISBN 9781444332643
- Weight: 526g
- Dimensions: 160 x 236mm
- Publication Date: 06 May 2016
- Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
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Provides an accessible introduction to urban ecology, using established ecological theory to identify generalities in the complexity of urban environments.
- Examines the bio-physical processes of urbanization and how these influence the dynamics of urban populations, communities and ecosystems
- Explores the ecology of humans in cities
- Discusses practical strategies for conserving biodiversity and maintaining ecosystem services in urban environments
- Includes case studies with questions to improve retention and understanding
Kirsten M. Parris, School of Ecosystem and Forest Sciences, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia.
