Deer of the World: Ecology, Conservation and Management (Fascinating Life Sciences)

By: Mario Melletti and Stefano Focardi

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Synopsis: This book is the first comprehensive reference work ever published on the systematics, ecology, conservation status, and management of all the world's deer species. Covering all 53 deer species worldwide, this volume brings together the contributions of 160 international deer experts and provides: A comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge on the evolution, phylogeny, taxonomy, and systematics of deer An in-depth insight into the ecology and conservation status of each species, with detailed accounts A series of case studies on conservation, management, hunting, farming, disease ecology, and the impact of deer on forest ecosystems. This beautifully illustrated book is an invaluable resource for researchers, wildlife managers, and students of conservation biology, ecology, and management, as well as the interested layperson. It reveals the fascinating story of deer evolution, the long history of human interactions with deer, and the major threats to this charismatic species group.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:: 9783031177569
Related ISBNs:: 9783031177552
Publisher:: Springer Nature Switzerland
Date of Addition:: 07/13/25
Copyrighted By:: The Editor
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Nonfiction, Science, Animals, Outdoors and Nature, Earth Sciences, Medicine
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.
Edited by:: Mario Melletti
Edited by:: Stefano Focardi