International Horseshoe Crab Conservation and Research Efforts: 2007- 2020: Conservation of Horseshoe Crabs Species Globally

The "Proceedings of International Conferences on the Biology and Conservation of Horseshoe Crabs" is a compilation of over 50 manuscripts and diverse documents that cover the biology, ecology, evolution, educational, and societal importance of horseshoe crabs. It highlights the impacts of humans on these species and the need for global conservation efforts to protect them from extinction. The book is valuable for researchers, conservationists, educators, and health professionals, as well as anyone working or studying estuaries on a global scale.

Format: Hardback
Length: 690 pages
Publication date: 15 July 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

The first International Conference on Horseshoe Crabs Conservation, held at Dowling College, USA, in 2007, marked a significant milestone in advancing research and conservation efforts for these remarkable creatures. The conference proceedings, published by Springer in 2009, spurred ongoing initiatives and gatherings in various locations, including Hong Kong, Taiwan, San Diego, CA, (CERF); Japan, Sasebo (2015), and a notable inclusion for a special session on Horseshoe Crabs at the 2017 CERF Conference in Providence, RI, USA. These conferences brought together a diverse array of participants, who contributed manuscripts, posters, workshop "position papers," and oral presentations. Unfortunately, the majority of these valuable contributions have yet to be fully published.

In 2015, Carmichael et al. published by Springer a substantial portion of manuscripts from the 2011 Hong Kong/Taiwan conference. However, it is noteworthy that workshop results, as well as subsequent presentations and workshops, have not been made available in their entirety. The Japan conference, in particular, showcased an impressive array of over 40 papers. To compile and present potential contributions for review, this compilation, now available for global distribution in this Springer Nature publication, includes a collection of workshop summaries, poster presentations, and new manuscript submittals from San Diego, CA, Sasebo, Japan, and Providence, RI.

The "Proceedings of International Conferences on the Biology and Conservation of Horseshoe Crabs" stands as a testament to the collective efforts of horseshoe crab scientists and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). This comprehensive volume encompasses over 50 manuscripts and a diverse range of documents, photographs, and memorabilia, covering all four horseshoe crab species globally. It delves into their biology, ecology, evolution, educational significance, and societal importance, shedding light on the impacts that humans have imposed on these remarkable creatures. Through the collaborative efforts of horseshoe crab scientists and the IUCN, this book underscores the global need for clear conservation measures to safeguard the survival and well-being of these iconic species.

Weight: 1256g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030823146
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022