Population Dynamics for Conservation

The management and conservation of natural populations rely on concepts and results generated from models of population dynamics. This book presents a unified and coherent explanation of the underlying theory, covering topics such as population variability, stability, viability, persistence, and harvest yield. It is suitable for graduate-level students and academic and applied researchers in population biology, and can help further their population research and understanding of population management.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 01 October 2019
Publisher: Oxford University Press

The management and conservation of natural populations heavily rely on concepts and results derived from models of population dynamics. However, this groundbreaking book stands as the first to provide a comprehensive and coherent explanation of the underlying theory. It begins by delving into the criteria for selecting suitable state variables, progressing from the simplest models, characterized by a single variable such as abundance or biomass, to more complex models incorporating additional key variables of population structure, including age, size, life history stage, and space. Throughout the text, attention is paid to fundamental concepts such as population variability, stability, viability/persistence, and harvest yield.

In subsequent chapters, the book addresses specific applications to conservation, including recovery planning for species at risk, fishery management, and the spatial management of marine resources. Designed for graduate-level students, Population Dynamics for Conservation also holds immense value for academic and applied researchers in population biology. This comprehensive overview of population dynamic theory serves as a valuable resource for advancing their population research and enhancing their understanding of population management practices.

Weight: 754g
Dimension: 189 x 246 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780198758372