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Between dream and reality : debating the impact of World Heritage Listing. Primitive target_ider special edition.
    Hølleland, Herdis | Solheim, Steinar

Primitive target_ider is a well-established Norwegian journal publishing peer-reviewed articles in the fields of archaeology and heritage management. This special edition on World Heritage presents a collection of peer-reviewed articles developed from the interdisciplinary conference "Between dream and reality : Debating the impact of World Heritage Listing," held at the University of Oslo in November 2013. 
Guidelines for reintroductions and other conservation translocations : version 1.0 (Russian version)
   

These guidelines are designed to be applicable to the full spectrum of conservation translocations. They are based on principle rather than example and are designed to provide guidance on the justification, design and implementation of any conservation translocation.
Stewards rising : improving community resilience through nature-based solutions
Think nature : improving community resilience through nature-based solutions
    Hesselink, Frits | Nakanuku-Diggs, Louisa

This book documents the "Implementing a Resilience Framework to Support Climate Change Adaptation in the Mt. Elgon Region of the Lake Victoria Basin" project, which was funded by USAID and implemented by the IUCN Uganda Office. 
Field guide to reef fishes of Sri Lanka : volume 2
    Rajasuriya, Arjan

The hope is that this field guide, along with its companion, volume 1, will be useful resources for snorkelers, divers, and all those interested in marine life in expanding their knowledge on identification of species found in the reef habitats of Sri Lanka. 
European guidelines on protected areas and invasive alien species
    Genovesi, Piero | Monaco, Andrea

Invasive alien species (IAS) have been identified as one of the most important direct drivers of biodiversity loss and ecosystem service changes. Many international policy instruments, guidelines and technical tools have been developed to address this threat. The Bern Convention, with the technical support of the IUCN SSC Invasive Species Specialist Group, is developing a series of voluntary instruments (codes of conduct and guidelines) covering a number of industries, activities or contexts potentially responsible for the introduction of alien species. The aim of these guidelines is to present key principles that should be adopted for protected areas (PAs), in order to prevent and manage the threat of invasive species at the local, national and supra-national scale. They are aimed mainly at PA managers and staff, practitioners, decision makers at all levels, and local communities. These European Guidelines on Protected Areas and IAS should be considered as an implementation of the European Strategy on Invasive Alien Species and aims to contribute to the ongoing development of the EU strategy on IAS. 
Nature's trust : environmental law for a new ecological age
    Wood, Mary Christina

Environmental law has failed us all. This book exposes what is wrong with environmental law and offers transformational change based on the public trust doctrine. An ancient and enduring principle, the trust doctrine asserts public property rights to crucial resources. Its core logic compels government, as trustee, to protect natural inheritance such as air and water for all humanity. Propelled by populist impulses and democratic imperatives, the public trust surfaces at epic times in history as a manifest human right. But until now it has lacked the precision necessary for citizens, government employees, legislators, and judges to fully safeguard the natural resources we rely on for survival and prosperity. The Nature's Trust approach empowers citizens worldwide to protect their inalienable ecological rights for generations to come.
CIC Caprinae atlas of the world : volume II
    Damm, Gerhard R. | Franco, Nicolás

The Atlas outlines the population distribution ranges of wild Caprinae phenotypes and, through stunning photographs and comprehensive copy, details the physical appearance, life history, conservation status and sustainable uses of wild sheep and goats throughout their range. 
CIC Caprinae atlas of the world : volume I
    Damm, Gerhard R. | Franco, Nicolás

The Atlas outlines the population distribution ranges of wild Caprinae phenotypes and, through stunning photographs and comprehensive copy, details the physical appearance, life history, conservation status and sustainable uses of wild sheep and goats throughout their range. 
The Festschrift on the 50th anniversary of the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species : compilation of papers and abstracts
    Khan, Mohammad Ali Reza

This publication contains keynote papers, full papers and abstracts presented during the sessions of the day-long programme organized by the IUCN Bangladesh Country Office on 22 December 2014 as part of the IUCN Red List's 50th anniversary campaign. The programme included two technical sessions which highlighted research papers carried out by individuals and institutions in a contribution to enrich the knowledge of wildlife in Bangladesh in a wider context. This volume is the first of its kind, a compilation of the wide range of research done in Bangladesh on wildlife diversity, conservation biology and policy. 
Guidance on port biological baseline surveys (PBBS)
    Abdulla, Ameer | Anil, Arga Chandrashekar | Awad, A. | Haag, F.

This publication has been prepared by GBP, IOI, CSIR-NIO and IUCN in order to serve as guidance to those who are planning to carry out a port biological baseline survey, in particular in the context of Ballast Water Management.
The IUCN red list : 50 years of conservation = La lista roja de la UICN : 50 años de conservación
    Smart, Jane | Hilton-Taylor, Craig | Mittermeier, Russell A.

The IUCN red list : 50 years of conservation commemorates fifty years of outstanding effort and achievement by a worldwide network of scientists and partner organizations, and celebrates their commitment to protect the Earth's precious species. These pages acknowledge and salute the ongoing work of The IUCN Red List to research, identify, and assess the status of our planet's species. Informative essays and captivating photographs, made by talented and passionate conservation photographers, strive to inspire people around the world to join the movement to conserve species, the building blocks of life upon which our own survival hinges. 
Plastic debris in the ocean
    Carroll, Chris | Sousa, João | Thevenon, F.

Plastic debris has now become the most serious problem affecting the marine environment, not only for coastal areas of developing countries but also for the world's oceans as a whole. Drifiting plastic debris is well recognized as having several adverse effects on marine species and ecosystems, but there is still a lack of precise knowledge about the quantity, sources, transport, accumulation and fate of plastics in the oceans. This current report aims to provide to economic actors, policy makers and the public at large a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge of the effects of plastics on marine environments, organisms and ecosystems. The risks related to plastic pollution require immediate international attention; with the present report, the IUCN Global Marine and Polar Programme aims to not only provide reliable and up-to-date information but also build a coalition to raise awareness and identify policy actions. 
Framing ecosystem-based adaptation to climate change : applicability in the coast of Bangladesh
    Rahman, M. Mokhlesur

The recent increase in exposure to natural hazards among the communities of Bangladesh is linked to the new generation of threats posed by climate variability and change resulting from anthropogenic activity. Adaptation is not a new approach, but there are still a number of challenges inherent in adaptation and in building resilience to climate-induced threats. This documents emphasizes the adoption of ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) to climate change: restoration, enhancement, conservation and wise use of natural resources with the engagement of local communities so as to enable natural ecosystems to function properly and deliver services, which in turns builds societal resilience to the impacts of climate change. This report describes six different types of EbA currently being practiced in the coastal zone of Bangladesh, and an analysis is made in line with the ecosystem services derived from such ecosystem-based interventions. Finally, the report suggests approaches for effective planning, design and implementation of EbA schemes aimed at building social-ecological resilience. 
The Steller's sea eagle Haliaeetus pelagicus : ecology, evolution, conservation
    Masterov, Vladimir B. | Romanov, M.S.

This book is dedicated to one of the most unique species of Russian fauna -- Steller's sea eagle, one of the most spectacular eagles in the world. It covers its biology, ecology, evolution, and conservation, and is based on original data collected in different parts of its range, supplemented with information from the literature. The prospects for the survival of this vulnerable species depend primarily on an environmentally responsible approach to the development of natural resources in its habitats. This book is intended for a wide range of readers: biologists, ecologists, environmental activisits, managers in economic activities, students, and all nature lovers. 
World heritage sites and indigenous people's rights
    Badman, Tim | Disko, Stefan | Larsen, Peter Bille | Oviedo, Gonzalo | Tugendhat, Helen

This book includes twenty case studies of World Heritage sites from around the world that explore, from a human rights perspective, indigenous peoples’ experiences with World Heritage sites and with the processes of the World Heritage Convention. The book will serve as a resource for indigenous peoples, World Heritage site managers and UNESCO, as well as academics, and will contribute to discussions about what changes or actions are needed to ensure that World Heritage sites can play a consistently positive role for indigenous peoples, in line with the spirit of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. 
Bangladesh Sundarban delta vision 2050 : a first step in its formulation : document 2 : a compilation of background information
    Hussain, Mohammed Zakir

The Bangladesh Sundarban delta, comprising the mangrove forest and neighbouring landscape, supports the largest array of life forms among ecosystems of a similar type. However, over the last twenty-five years, the high rate of human entrance into the mangrove, followed by the mushrooming growth of shrimp farming on the periphery, has caused severe damange to the entire ecosystem. To address this situation, a long-term vision (2050), backed by integrated management strategies, has been formulated under this initiative. This first document provides an overview of the vision; the second document goes into significantly more detail on the process for developing the vision, as well as a detailed literature review. 
Bangladesh Sundarban delta vision 2050 : a first step in its formulation : document 1 : the vision
   

The Bangladesh Sundarban delta, comprising the mangrove forest and neighbouring landscape, supports the largest array of life forms among ecosystems of a similar type. However, over the last twenty-five years, the high rate of human entrance into the mangrove, followed by the mushrooming growth of shrimp farming on the periphery, has caused severe damange to the entire ecosystem. To address this situation, a long-term vision (2050), backed by integrated management strategies, has been formulated under this initiative. This first document provides an overview of the vision; the second document goes into significantly more detail on the process for developing the vision, as well as a detailed literature review. 
IUCN Species Survival Commission guidelines on the use of ex situ management for species conservation
   

As habitats and ecosystems become increasingly altered and populations evermore impacted by human activities, a growing number of species will require some form of management of both individuals and populations to ensure their survival. Ex situ management is one possible option that can contribute to the conservation of threatened species. The aim of these guidelines is to provide practical guidance on evaluating the suitability and requirements of an ex situ component for achieving species conservation objectives. 
Nature matters : Oceania regional office annual report 2013
Scaling up pangolin conservation
    Baillie, Jonathan | Challender, Daniel W.S. | Waterman, Carly

Pangolins, or scaly anteaters, are unique in being the world's only truly scaly mammals, but are in dire need of urgent conservation action. Pangolins have been subject to very little conservation or natural history research, and consequently, little is known about their biology, ecology, and conservation needs. It was in response to this predicament that the IUCN SSC Pangolin Specialist Group was re-formed in 2012. Its first conference was held in Singapore in June 2013, and it is from this meeting that this conservation action plan was borne. The actions represent those considered critical by the IUCN SSC Pangolin Specialist Group, and which urgently require implementation. 
Red list of the endemic plants of the Caucasus : Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Iran, Russia, and Turkey
    Schatz, George E. | Shulkina, Tatyana | Solomon, James Clinton

With over 2,700 endemic plant taxa, including relict species, the Caucasus region is one of the world’s most beautiful and important biodiversity hotspots. The Red List of the Endemic Plants of the Caucasus provides the first floristic and conservation analysis of the plants of the region, with assessments for over 60% of the endemic taxa, including top priorities for conservation action. The book includes an overview of the Caucasus region and its flora, with information on species numbers, ex situ conservation, protected areas, and invasives; profiles of the six countries, identifying important national plants and their threats; maps, line art, and numerous photographs; and the 127-page Red List table. This work will serve as an integral tool for botanists, ecologists, and researchers worldwide, working to study and protect the biodiversity heritage of this important region.
Conservation and environmental management in Madagascar
    Scales, Ivan R.

Madagascar is one of the most biologically diverse places on the planet; more than 80% of its species are not found anywhere else on Earth. However, this highly diverse flora and fauna is threatened by habitat loss and fragmentation and the island has been classified one of the world’s highest conservation priorities. Drawing on insights from geography, anthropology, sustainable development, political science and ecology, this book provides a comprehensive assessment of the status of conservation and environmental management in Madagascar. It describes how conservation organisations have been experimenting with new forms of protected areas, community-based resource management, ecotourism, and payments for ecosystem services. But the country must also deal with pressing human needs. The problems of poverty, development, environmental justice, natural resource use and biodiversity conservation are shown to be interlinked in complex ways. Authors address key questions, such as who are the winners and losers in attempts to conserve biodiversity? And what are the implications of new forms of conservation for rural livelihoods and environmental justice?
The status and distribution of freshwater biodiversity in the eastern Mediterranean
    Smith, K. G. | Barrios, Violeta | Darwall, W.R.T. | Numa, Catherine

The Eastern Mediterranean region supports just over 4.4% of the global human population yet contains only 1.1% of its renewable water resources, which are under constant threat from the impacts of unsustainable water withdrawal, dam development and climate change. This IUCN report and accompanying dataset represents a major advance in the provision of information to help incorporate biodiversity needs into water development planning processes within an Integrated River Basin Management framework. This volume includes species information compiled for each river and lake sub-basin and incorporates information from the assessment conducted by IUCN's Global Species Programme, in collaboration with its partners, of the status and distribution of all described species of freshwater fishes, molluscs, odonates, and plants from across the Eastern Mediterranean with existing information for species of freshwater dependent amphibians, birds, crustaceans, and mammals. This work represents the most comprehensive assessment  yet of freshwater biodiversity at the species level for this part of the world.
Freshwater key biodiversity areas in the Mediterranean basin hotspot
    Darwall, W.R.T. | Carrizo, S. | Numa, Catherine | Barrios, Violeta | Freyhof, Jörg | Smith, K.

While the Mediterranean basin biodiversity hotspot is well known for its globally important biodiversity, its freshwater biodiversity has not been as widely recognized for its importance. Through this project, freshwater key biodiversity areas (KBAs) have now been identified, mapped and validated throughout much of the Mediterranean hotspot. It is now important to raise awareness of their status as validated freshwater KBAs and to develop plans for appropriate conservation actions at these sites, as this biodiversity is highly threatened largely due to the conflicting demands upon a diminishing supply of fresh water which is further exacerbated by the increased severity of drought across the region. 
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