Biodiversity Communities and Climate Change
Editor(s): Chandra Prakash Kala and Chandra Shekhar Silori
Pages: 354
Binding: Hardback
Size: 160 x 240mm
Language: English
ISBN: 9788179934425
Cover price:Rs.895.00 / US $33.00
Description
Biodiversity conservation and sustainable use of natural resources has remained one of the key challenges for development agencies and concerned stakeholders for decades together. The huge threat of climate change has only added to this complexity. In this context, the present book Biodiversity, Community, and Climate Change is designed to help in guiding the various principles of biodiversity conservation, effects of climate change and role of communities at various levels and landscapes. A total of 19 chapters are covered in this book and they encompass a wide range of topics including tools of biodiversity assessment ranging from conventional ecological and social survey methods to the use of latest technology such as Geographical Information System (GIS) and remote sensing.
Key Features
Description of biodiversity conservation with focus on the status of biodiversity from lower to higher flora and fauna
Assessment of evaluation of impacts of allelopathic compounds on growth of native plant species
Significant emphasis on the usefulness of geospatial techniques for monitoring urban ecosystem and biodiversity
Specific focus on community, livelihood, and management of biodiversity
Analysis of participatory conservation and forest management case studies to further strengthen conservation approaches
Vital importance of community forestry, agriculture sector and biodiversity conservation in addressing the threats of climate change
Target Audience
Scientists, Researchers, Practitioners, Professionals of Biodiversity, Climate Change
Table of contents
Section I: Assessment of Biodiversity
Fungal Biodiversity in Forests: Current Knowledge and Future Challenges
Introduction
Materials and Methodology
Results and Discussion
Diversity of Fungi in India
Fungi Communities and Ecology
Fungal Biodiversity Conservation
Conclusion
References
Spiders (Araneae) in Bhyundar Valley of the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve
Introduction
Materials and Methodology
Results
Discussion
Acknowledgements
References
Status of the Forest and Wildlife in the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
Introduction
Methodology
Results
Discussion
References
Population and Management of Medicinal Plants in Chhattisgarh
Introduction
Study Area
Methodology
Results and Discussion
Acknowledgements
References
Application of Remote Sensing and GIS in Mapping the Plant Resources of Odisha
Introduction
Study Area
Materials and Methodology
Results and Discussion
Acknowledgements
References
Chemical Impact of Parthenium hysterophorus Linn. on Some Economically Important Vegetables
Introduction
Materials and Methodology
Statistical Analysis
Results
Discussion
Conclusion
References
Genetic Factors Contributing to Plants Vulnerability and Extinction
Introduction
Genetic Characters and Extinction
Comparison of Rare and Widespread Species
Implications for Conservation
Conclusion
References
Use of Geospatial Techniques in Monitoring and Management of Biodiversity of Urban Ecosystems
Introduction
Monitoring Urban Biodiversity
Urban Biodiversity and Sustainability
RS–GIS Applications in Urban Biodiversity Management
Future Research
Conclusion
Acknowledgements
References
Section II: Community, Livelihood, and Management of Biodiversity
From Cabbage to Conservation: Case of Community Forest Conservation by Hmong Tribe in Northern Thailand
Introduction
Study Area
Methodology
Results
Discussion
Conclusion
Acknowledgements
References
Increasing Livelihood Security through Kuth Cultivation in Tons Watershed, Garhwal Himalaya
Introduction
Uttarakhand: A State Of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants
Collection practices of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants
Cultivation of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants
Role of SHER in farming of Kuth
References
Case Study of Traditional Agroecosystems in Patharkot Village, Uttarakhand
Introduction
Study Area
Methodology
Structure of the System
Conclusion
References
Conservation and Livelihood Links of Joint Management of Protected Area in Phutoei National Park, Thailand
Introduction
Study Area
Methodology
Results
Discussion
Conclusion
References
Sustainable Utilization and Management of Timur by Communities in Uttarakhand
Introduction
Materials
Study Area
Methodology
Results
Discussion
Conclusion
Acknowledgement
References
Ethno-taxonomical Study of Medicinal Plants in the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve
Introduction
Methodology
Results and Discussion
Conclusion
Acknowledgements
References
Indigenous Knowledge, Use of NTFPs, and Biodiversity Conservation in Uttarakhand
Introduction
Study Area
Methodology
Results and Discussion
Conclusion
References
Section III: Climate Change and Biodiversity Conservation
Climate Change and Challenges of Biodiversity Conservation
Introduction
Effects of Climate Change on Biodiversity
Climate Change Mitigation Strategies and CDM Projects
References
Role of Forests and Associated Traditional Knowledge of Local Communities in Climate Change Adaptation
Introduction
Potential Impacts of Climate Change on Forests and Forest-dependent Communities
Sustainable Forest Management and Climate Change Adaptation
Indigenous Knowledge on Coping Strategies
Discussion and Conclusion
References
Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies of Climate Change for Sustainable Agriculture
Introduction
Brief Overview of Climate Change in India
Linkages Between Agriculture and Climate Change
Impacts of Climate Change on Agriculture
Climate Change Concern in Horticulture
Animal Husbandry and Climate Change
Climate Change Concern in Fisheries
Adaptation to and Mitigation of Climate Change in the Agriculture Sector
Suggestive Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies
Conclusion
Acknowledgements
References
Climate Change Mitigation: Potential of Growing Tree Species of Medicinal Value
Introduction
Study Area
Methodology
Results
Net Present Value
Discussion and Conclusion
Acknowledgements
References
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