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- https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Ecology/Conservation_Biology_in_Sub-Saharan_Africa_(Wilson_and_Primack)/02%3A_Introduction_to_Sub-Saharan_Africa/2.07%3A_Topics_for_DiscussionThe human population of Sub-Saharan Africa is predicted to increase dramatically in coming decades. Do you think that the increase in human population will increase consumptive needs? What are the mai...The human population of Sub-Saharan Africa is predicted to increase dramatically in coming decades. Do you think that the increase in human population will increase consumptive needs? What are the main international and national organizations contributing to conservation in your region? What are the most important goals of those projects? What do you think are the biggest challenges facing those projects? What do you think are the strengths and weaknesses of each stage?
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Ecology/Conservation_Biology_in_Sub-Saharan_Africa_(Wilson_and_Primack)/09%3A_Applied_Population_Biology/9.06%3A_BibliographyUsing genetic profiles of African forest elephants to infer population structure, movements, and habitat use in a conservation and development landscape in Gabon. Minimum prey and area requirements of...Using genetic profiles of African forest elephants to infer population structure, movements, and habitat use in a conservation and development landscape in Gabon. Minimum prey and area requirements of the vulnerable cheetah Acinonyx jubatus: Implications for reintroduction and management of the species in South Africa. Evaluating the status of and African wild dogs Lycaon pictus and cheetahs Acinonyx jubatus through tourist-based photographic surveys in the Kruger National Park.
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Ecology/Conservation_Biology_in_Sub-Saharan_Africa_(Wilson_and_Primack)/02%3A_Introduction_to_Sub-Saharan_Africa/2.05%3A_ConclusionBecause of the many challenges that conservation projects continue to face, the list of Sub-Saharan African species and ecosystems that are threatened with extinction and destruction continues to grow...Because of the many challenges that conservation projects continue to face, the list of Sub-Saharan African species and ecosystems that are threatened with extinction and destruction continues to grow every year. These problems need to be faced head-on to ensure that future generations will also be able to enjoy the natural treasures and resources the region has to offer.
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Courses/Fresno_City_College/Introduction_to_Conservation_Biology/01%3A_What_is_Conservation_Biology/1.06%3A_SummaryConservation biology has three goals: (a) to document Earth’s biological diversity; (b) to investigate how humans influence species, evolution, and ecosystem processes; and (c) to investigate approach...Conservation biology has three goals: (a) to document Earth’s biological diversity; (b) to investigate how humans influence species, evolution, and ecosystem processes; and (c) to investigate approaches to protect and restore biological communities, maintain genetic diversity, and prevent the extinction of species.
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Ecology/Conservation_Biology_in_Sub-Saharan_Africa_(Wilson_and_Primack)/10%3A_Conserving_Ecosystems/10.04%3A_Combatting_Climate_Change_Through_Ecosystem_ConservationThe original aim of REDD+ was to safeguard primary old-growth forests, but the diversity of goals set out by REDD+ also include improving ecosystem connectivity, protecting threatened species, and pre...The original aim of REDD+ was to safeguard primary old-growth forests, but the diversity of goals set out by REDD+ also include improving ecosystem connectivity, protecting threatened species, and preventing further loss and degradation of carbon-sequestering ecosystems other than forests.
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Ecology/Conservation_Biology_in_Sub-Saharan_Africa_(Wilson_and_Primack)/10%3A_Conserving_Ecosystems/10.05%3A_SummaryTo maintain ecosystems that can support diverse ecological communities, conservationists are guided by three complementary management principles: (1) maintain critical ecosystem processes (water cycli...To maintain ecosystems that can support diverse ecological communities, conservationists are guided by three complementary management principles: (1) maintain critical ecosystem processes (water cycling, nutrient cycling, energy flow, community dynamics), (2) minimise external threats, and (3) be adaptive yet minimally intrusive.
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Ecology/Conservation_Biology_in_Sub-Saharan_Africa_(Wilson_and_Primack)/06%3A_Our_Warming_World/6.07%3A_Topics_for_DiscussionHow do you think climate change will impact that ecosystem? What single measure do you think can be implemented to reduce the impact of climate change on that ecosystem? Can you think of the resources...How do you think climate change will impact that ecosystem? What single measure do you think can be implemented to reduce the impact of climate change on that ecosystem? Can you think of the resources you will need to implement that measure? Which groups of people and wildlife in Africa do you think will benefit the most from climate change and why? Who do you think will suffer the most and why? What do you think are our best options to save such species?
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Courses/Fresno_City_College/Introduction_to_Conservation_Biology/18%3A_Conservation_on_Unprotected_Lands/18.04%3A_Smarter_InfrastructureDams and fences impede wildlife dispersal and migrations, power distribution lines and high-rise buildings pose a collision hazard to birds and bats (Rushworth et al., 2014; Frick et al., 2017), and c...Dams and fences impede wildlife dispersal and migrations, power distribution lines and high-rise buildings pose a collision hazard to birds and bats (Rushworth et al., 2014; Frick et al., 2017), and city expansions compete with biodiversity for space.
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Ecology/Conservation_Biology_in_Sub-Saharan_Africa_(Wilson_and_Primack)/11%3A_Preventing_Extinctions/11.01%3A_Studying_Species_and_PopulationsFor example, managing a disease outbreak may play a more important role in the conservation of a widespread migratory bird (that can spread diseases to other species), while managing for genetic diver...For example, managing a disease outbreak may play a more important role in the conservation of a widespread migratory bird (that can spread diseases to other species), while managing for genetic diversity may play a more prominent role in the conservation of a small population of fishes restricted to only one lake.
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Ecology/Conservation_Biology_in_Sub-Saharan_Africa_(Wilson_and_Primack)/06%3A_Our_Warming_World/6.02%3A_Predicting_Earths_Future_ClimateThus, while some fringe groups may continue to deny the validity of climate science, there is broad consensus among the world’s scientists that increased atmospheric greenhouse gases—caused by human a...Thus, while some fringe groups may continue to deny the validity of climate science, there is broad consensus among the world’s scientists that increased atmospheric greenhouse gases—caused by human activities—are causing the world’s climate to change, and it will continue to change in coming decades.
- https://bio.libretexts.org/Courses/Fresno_City_College/Introduction_to_Conservation_Biology/08%3A_Importance_of_Biodiversity/8.04%3A_Nonmaterial_ContributionsNonmaterial contributions from nature, also called cultural services, include the subjective and psychological aspects of nature that influence our perceptions about quality of life. These contributio...Nonmaterial contributions from nature, also called cultural services, include the subjective and psychological aspects of nature that influence our perceptions about quality of life. These contributions can be divided into three subcategories: inspiration and learning support, supporting psychological and physical experiences, and supporting individual and group identities.
