Biodiversity, Conservation and Sustainability in Asia: Volume 2: Prospects and Challenges in South and Middle Asia

Asia is the largest continent, with a wide range of physical landscapes, political units, and ethnic groups. It is rich in endemics, with specific and intraspecific diversity of fruit trees and medicinal plants, but much of the land is too dry or too rugged. This two-volume project focuses on the dynamic biodiversity of the region with in-depth analysis on phytosociology, plants, animals, and agroecology.

Format: Hardback
Length: 1089 pages
Publication date: 11 March 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Asia, the largest of the world's seven continents, boasts a vast physical landscape, diverse political units, and a rich tapestry of ethnic groups. Spanning from the southwestern regions to the south and middle parts of the continent, these highly populated areas encompass an extensive expanse of diverse geography. In total, this domain stands out for its remarkable plant diversity, characterized by vast vegetation zones inhabited by various communities and biomes. It is home to an abundance of endemic species, boasting specific and intraspecific variations in fruit trees and medicinal plants, including numerous rare and valuable ones.

However, it is worth noting that a significant portion of the land in this region faces challenges such as aridity, rugged terrain, and extreme conditions. Overgrazing, oil and mineral extraction, and poaching pose major threats to the region's biodiversity. These activities have led to the depletion of natural resources, soil erosion, and habitat destruction.

To address these challenges, this two-volume project delves into the dynamic biodiversity of the region, offering in-depth analysis on phytosociology, plants, animals, and agroecology. Additionally, chapters explore innovative applications and approaches to tackle problems associated with climate change. The research and analysis presented herein are groundbreaking, offering valuable insights to professionals and researchers working in the fields of plant diversity, vegetation, animal diversity, animal populations, and geo-diversity, as well as sustainable land use.

The first volume of this project provides a comprehensive guide to West Asia and the Caucasus region, while the second volume focuses on the unique issues and challenges faced by South and Middle Asia. Together, these volumes serve as a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring the rich tapestry of biodiversity and sustainable development in this remarkable continent.

Weight: 2048g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030739423
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022