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Chapter 23: Conservation Biology

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Learning Objectives
  • Objective 1
  • Objective 2
  • Objective 3
  • Objective 4

  • 23.1: The Science of Conservation Biology
    As a distinct scientific field, conservation biology is an integrated, multidisciplinary subject that developed in response to the challenge of preserving populations, species, ecosystems, and biological interactions. The main aim of conservation biology is to ensure the long-term preservation of biodiversity.
  • 23.2: Policies
    National laws, such as the Endangered Species Act, and state laws, such as the California Endangered Species Act, strive to protect biodiversity. International agreements, including the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, facilitate collaboration among different countries in conservation efforts.
  • 23.3: Species-level Conservation
    Species-level conservation focuses on increasing the population size of just one (often charismatic) species. Depending on the species, conservation strategies may include captive breeding and reintroduction, vaccination, and habitat restoration.
  • 23.4: Protected Areas
    Protected areas are those set aside to preserve biodiversity. Different types of protected areas offer different degrees of protection and vary in which human activities are permitted. Examples include wilderness areas, national and state parks, national forests, and wildlife refuges.
  • 23.5: Ecosystem Restoration
    Ecosystem restoration focuses on returning an area to its natural state following disturbance by humans to promote native species and ecosystem services.
  • 23.6: Economic Influences on Conservation
    Debt-for-nature swaps and ecotourism add economic incentive to conservation efforts and thus promote their success.
  • 23.7: Individual Choices
    Individuals can assist with conservation efforts by purchasing sustainable products, conserving resources, and engaging in citizen science.

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