Features
- Cover Type: Hard Cover with 784 pages
- Published by: Periplus Editions October 19, 2007
- Written in: English
- ISBN 10 Number: 0794603939
- ISBN 13 Number: 978-0794603939
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Book Dimensions:
9.1 x 6.3 x 1.6 inches
- Weighs: 2.2 pounds
Product Description
Ecology of Papua Part I is a definitive guide to the ecology and natural history of Papua, the western half of the island of New Guinea. From the Ecology of Indonesia series, this title, along with Part II, containc essays by the world's leading experts on Papua's physical environment, flora, fauna, natural ecosystems, human interactions with nature and the conservation of natural resources.
About The Author
Andrew J. Marshall is the Mercer Postdoctoral Fellow at the Arnold Arboretum of
Harvard University and is a biological consultant to
The Nature Conservancy.
Bruce M. Beehler is a senior representative for Conservation International and has published numerous books and articles on the ecology and birds of New Guinea.
Reader ReviewsThis is by far the single best reference currently available on the biodiversity of the island of New Guinea. It is mainly about the Indonesian (western) half of the island, but many sections also deal with the eastern half (Papua New Guinea).
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