Natural History of the Islands of California
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A01=Allan A. Schoenherr
A01=C. Robert Feldmeth
A01=Michael J. Emerson
A12=David Mooney
A12=Michael J. Emerson
anacapa island
angel island
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Author_Allan A. Schoenherr
Author_C. Robert Feldmeth
Author_David Mooney
Author_Michael J. Emerson
biology
california
california islands
catalina island
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channel islands
conservation
ecosystem
environment
environmental history
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exploration
farallons
field guide
herbivorous animals
history
human habitation
indigenous culture
indigenous peoples
invasive species
island plants
islands
national park service
native americans
native animals
native species
natural history
nature
preservation
san francisco bay
state park
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- ISBN 9780520239180
- Weight: 862g
- Dimensions: 152 x 229mm
- Publication Date: 10 Jul 2003
- Publisher: University of California Press
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Paperback
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Islands have always been fascinating places, their separateness evoking a sense of mystery and inspiring a yearning for exploration. California's islands are unique evolutionary laboratories, places where plants and animals have grown and interacted in isolation for millions of years. This comprehensive book discusses both the human and the natural history of the islands of California, including all eight Channel Islands, Ano Nuevo, the Farallons, and the islands of San Francisco Bay. It is also useful as a field guide for visitors, and details on reaching the islands are contained in the first chapter. The authors explore the formation of the islands; discuss the history of human habitation, beginning with the Native Americans who first visited the islands 12,000 years ago; and provide a thorough introduction to the marine and terrestrial biotas of the islands. The authors also discuss past damage and ongoing threats to island ecosystems, including devastation caused by the introduction of non-native animals and plants.
Large herbivorous animals in particular have caused considerable damage, since island plants evolved in the absence of herbivores and therefore have no defenses against them. At present all of California's islands are managed by conservancies and public agencies such as the National Park Service and State Park system, and various environmental organizations are working with them to return the islands to their original condition.
Allan A. Schoenherr is Professor of Ecology at Fullerton College and author of A Natural History of California (California, 1992). C. Robert Feldmeth was Professor of Biology at The Claremont Colleges until his death in 1994. Michael J. Emerson (1954-1989) studied with Robert Feldmeth and wrote his master's thesis on the Channel Islands. David Mooney is a San Diego artist specializing in wildlife art and illustration.
