Habitat Networks and Biological Conservation

摘要: This chapter examines the idea of habitat networks and how these relate to conservation. First, I explore concepts behind networks, particularly need for placing reserves in a landscape context, importance connectivity, elements making up networks. Then discuss examples planning for, implementation of, point out that although network concept is well-established actual on-ground applications are still sparse. then develop set principles applying ecology context reserve gaps our knowledge hamper this application. end with recommendations an integrated research approach redress gaps.