This is the first book to cover England's rare and threatened
mosses and liverworts, collectively known as bryophytes. As a
group, they are the most ancient land plants and occupy a unique
position in the colonization of the Earth by plant life. However,
many are at risk from habitat loss, pollution, climate change, and
other factors. Britain is one of the world's best bryologically
recorded areas, yet its mosses and liverworts are not well known
outside a small band of experts. This has meant that conservation
action has tended to lag behind that of more charismatic groups
such as birds and mammals. Of the 916 different types of bryophyte
in England, 87 are on the British Red List and are regarded as
threatened under the strict criteria of the International Union for
the Conservation of Nature.
This book aims to raise awareness by providing stunning
photographs--many never before published--of each threatened
species, as well as up-to-date profiles of 84 of them, including
status, distribution, history, and conservation measures. The book
looks at what bryophytes are, why they are important and useful,
and what makes them rare; it also examines threats, extinctions, ex
situ conservation techniques, legislation, and the impact of the
1992 Convention on Biological Diversity.Provides the first
treatment of England's rare and threatened mosses and liverworts
Features stunning photographs--many never before published--of each
species and many of their habitats Treats each species in a handy
and attractive double-page layout Includes up-to-date profiles of
84 species, including status, distribution, history, and
conservation measures Presents the first overview of English
bryophyte conservation Offers invaluable guidance to people working
in conservation in England, the British Isles, Europe, and
beyond
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