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When organisms are deliberately or accidentally introduced into a new ecosystem a biological invasion may take place. These so-called ‘invasive species’ may establish, spread and ecologically alter the invaded community. Biological invasions by animals, plants, pathogens or vectors are one of the greatest environmental and economic threats and, along with habitat destruction, a leading cause of global biodiversity loss. In this book, more than 50 worldwide invasion scientists cover our current understanding of biological invasions, its impacts, patterns and mechanisms in both aquatic and terrestrial systems.
Extensively updated and illustrated second edition that features drawings of all Little Owl subspecies, embryonic development, nestling development, feather growth and moult, including concrete management suggestions. Whilst being an invaluable resource for academic researchers, its open style holds undoubted appeal for amateurs and enthusiasts.
Knjiga je izšla ob 60-letnici Nacionalnega inštituta za biologijo in prinaša poglede njegovih raziskovalcev na biodiverziteto.