Zoo Conservation Biology

摘要: In the face of ever-declining biodiversity, zoos have a major role to play in species conservation. Written by professionals involved situ conservation and restoration projects internationally, this is critical assessment contribution through evidence amassed from wide range sources. The first part outlines biodiversity context within which should operate, introducing origins global spread exploring animal collection composition. second focuses on basic elements keeping viable captive populations. It considers consequences captivity animals, genetics populations performance breeding. final examines ways can make significant difference now future. Bridging gap between pure science applied conservation, an ideal resource for both biologists zoo professionals.