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The Biology of Coral Reefs (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)
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The Biology of Coral Reefs (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)
Series: Biology of Habitats Series
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Coral reefs represent the most spectacular and diverse marine
ecosystem on the planet as well as a critical source of income for
millions of people. However, the combined effects of human activity
have led to a rapid decline in the health of reefs worldwide, with
many now facing complete destruction. Their world-wide
deterioration and over-exploitation has continued and even
accelerated in many areas since the publication of the first
edition in 2009. At the same time, there has been a near doubling
in the number of scientific papers that have been written in this
short time about coral reef biology and the ability to acclimate to
ocean warming and acidification. This new edition has been
thoroughly revised and updated, incorporating the significant
increase in knowledge gained over the last decade whilst retaining
the book's focus as a concise and affordable overview of the field.
The Biology of Coral Reefs provides an integrated overview of the
function, physiology, ecology, and behaviour of coral reef
organisms. Each chapter is enriched with a selection of 'boxes' on
specific aspects written by internationally recognised experts. As
with other books in the Biology of Habitats Series, the emphasis in
this book is on the organisms that dominate this marine environment
although pollution, conservation, climate change, and experimental
aspects are also included. Indeed, particular emphasis is placed on
conservation and management due to the habitat's critically
endangered status. A global range of examples is employed which
gives the book international relevance.
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