ISBN: 9780656598106 - run wild: a storage and retrieval system for wildlife habitat information (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the development and implementation of RUN WILD, a pioneering wildlife habitat information system created in the 1970s. It addresses the growing need among field biologists and land managers for a comprehensive and accessible method to store and retrieve the ever-expanding volume of wildlife habitat data. The author meticulously details the system's framework, encompassing data collection, storage, and retrieval processes. RUN WILD's innovative approach categorizes information into three distinct levels: a general wildlife resource inventory, species-habitat associations, and detailed management guidelines for individual species. The text explores the system's adaptability to diverse management philosophies, including species diversity and featured species approaches. It underscores RUN WILD's user-friendly design, enabling field biologists to readily access and utilize critical data without requiring extensive interpretation or specialized expertise. This book offers valuable insights into the historical context of wildlife habitat information management and the challenges faced by early conservation efforts. The author's vision for RUN WILD's expansion into areas such as food habits, habitat management, and species profiles highlights the system's potential for long-term impact on wildlife conservation strategies. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…