Coral Reef Conservation

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Isabelle M. Côté (Simon Fraser University, British Columbia) John D. Reynolds (Simon Fraser University, British Columbia)

Coral Reef Conservation

Isabelle M. Côté (Simon Fraser University, British Columbia), John D. Reynolds (Simon Fraser University, British Columbia), Guy Cowlishaw , Rosie Woodroffe

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Cambridge University Press
17 August 2006

Mathematics & Sciences; Ecological science, the Biosphere; Marine biology; Conservation of the environment

Series: Conservation Biology

Coral reefs are the 'rain forests' of the ocean, containing the highest diversity of marine organisms and facing the greatest threats from humans. As shallow-water coastal habitats, they support a wide range of economically and culturally important activities, from fishing to tourism. Their accessibility makes reefs vulnerable to local threats that include over-fishing, pollution and physical damage. Reefs also face global problems, such as climate change, which may be responsible for recent widespread coral mortality and increased frequency of hurricane damage. This book, first published in 2006, summarises the state of knowledge about the status of reefs, the problems they face, and potential solutions. The topics considered range from concerns about extinction of coral reef species to economic and social issues affecting the well-being of people who depend on reefs.

The result is a multi-disciplinary perspective on problems and solutions to the coral reef crisis.

Edited by: Isabelle M. Côté (Simon Fraser University British Columbia), John D. Reynolds (Simon Fraser University, British Columbia)
Series edited by: Guy Cowlishaw, Rosie Woodroffe, John L. Gittleman
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: No. 13
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 154mm, Spine: 29mm
Weight: 880g
ISBN: 9780521671453
ISBN 10: 0521671450
Series: Conservation Biology
Pages: 588
Publication Date: 17 August 2006
Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Undergraduate , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Isabelle M. CoTe is a Professor at Simon Fraser University, Vancouver, Canada where she leads the Tropical Marine Ecology Group. John D. Reynolds is a Professor at Simon Fraser University, Vancouver, Canada, where he holds the Tom Buell Chair in Aquatic Conservation.

Reviews for Coral Reef Conservation

'Coral Reef Conservation provides an up to date review of the progress made in this field with contributions by leading scientists and specialists. ... The author is to be congratulated for bringing to our attention the very important contributions made by individuals working within the confines of a huge and important continent ... I would strongly recommend this book to 'all' biologists to rectify any imbalance that may have occurred in their scientific education to date. ... this new volume on coral reef conservation is a highly useful reference for students, researchers and advocates of conservation. The editors have managed to include a wide array of subjects and authors with good reviews of relevant research and many suggestions for further work.' Biologist ' ... this current and well-illustrated volume will be a very welcome addition to the library of anyone who is concerned about any aspect of marine conservation.' Reef Encounter