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Postfire ecosystem recovery and management: The October 1993 large fire episode in California, Postfire ecosystem recovery and management: The October 1993 large fire episode in California,
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Jon E. Keeley
Present and future of scientific bird ringing Present and future of scientific bird ringing
In 1999 scientific bird ringing will celebrate its first century of existence. Started mainly to investigate bird movements, bird ringing has become a much more flexible method to study different aspects of bird biology. Bird ringing can only be properly organised if an effective international co-operation exists. In Europe, this co-ordination is ensured by EURING, made of 35 national...
Authors
F. Spina, J. Tautin
Radiotelemetry to determine exposure and effects of organophosphorus insecticides on sage grouse Radiotelemetry to determine exposure and effects of organophosphorus insecticides on sage grouse
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L. J. Blus, J.W. Connelly
Recreation ecology research findings: Implications for wilderness and park managers Recreation ecology research findings: Implications for wilderness and park managers
Recreationists unintentionally trample vegetation, erode soil, and disturb wildlife. Such human-related impacts present a dilemma for managers charged with the dual objectives of providing recreational opportunities and preserving natural environments. This paper presents some of the principal findings and management implications from research on visitor impacts to protected areas...
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J. L. Marion
Saltcedar invasion in desert wetlands of the southwestern United States: ecological and political implications Saltcedar invasion in desert wetlands of the southwestern United States: ecological and political implications
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J.E. Lovich, R. G. de Gouvenain
Sampling protocols for vertebrates Sampling protocols for vertebrates
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R. Ross, R. Bennett
Scientific foundation for the natural community conservation planning / coastal sage scrub program Scientific foundation for the natural community conservation planning / coastal sage scrub program
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P.A. Stine
Southwest Southwest
The southwestern region of the United States is a land of extremes and contrasts. Elevations vary from below sea level in the Imperial Valley of California to mountain peaks approaching 4,000 meters. Landscapes are striking and variable and include mountains, foothills, canyons, deserts, plains, and rivers. The area is arid or semiarid and, depending on the location, may have mild...
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Michael A. Bogan, Craig D. Allen, Esteban H. Muldavin, Steven P. Platania, James N. Stuart, Greg H. Farley, Patricia Mehlhop, Jayne Belnap
Species repatriation: Red wolf Species repatriation: Red wolf
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C. F. Lucash, B. A. Crawford, J. D. Clark
Stable carbon isotope analysis of soil organic matter Stable carbon isotope analysis of soil organic matter
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Authors
G. Fredlund, L.L. Tieszen