This pioneering encyclopedia illuminates a topic at the forefront
of global ecology - biological invasions, or organisms that come to
live in the wrong place. Written by leading scientists from around
the world, "Encyclopedia of Biological Invasions" addresses all
aspects of this subject at a global level - including invasions by
animals, plants, fungi, and bacteria - in succinct, alphabetically
arranged articles. Scientifically uncompromising, yet clearly
written and free of jargon, the volume encompasses fields of study
including biology, demography, geography, ecology, evolution,
sociology, and natural history. Featuring many cross-references,
suggestions for further reading, illustrations, an appendix of the
world's worst 100 invasive species, a glossary, and more, this is
an essential reference for anyone who needs up-to-date information
on this important topic. "Encyclopedia of Biological Invasions"
features articles on: well-known invasive species such the zebra
mussel, chestnut blight, cheatgrass, gypsy moth, Nile perch, giant
African snail, and Norway rat; regions with especially large
numbers of introduced species including the Great Lakes,
Mediterranean Sea, Hawaiian Islands, Australia, and New Zealand;
conservation, ecological, economic, and human and animal health
impacts of invasions around the world; the processes and pathways
involved in invasion; and, management of introduced species.
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