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Publisher
University of California Press
ISBN-10
0520239180
ISBN-13
9780520239180
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2487828
Product Key Features
Book Title
Natural History of the Islands of California
Number of Pages
502 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2003
Topic
Earth Sciences / Geography, General, Regional
Illustrator
Yes, Mooney, David, Emerson, Michael J.
Genre
Nature, Science
Book Series
California Natural History Guides
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
1.1 in
Item Weight
30.5 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
97-043756
Dewey Edition
21
Series Volume Number
61
Dewey Decimal
508.794/0914/2
Table Of Content
Preface Acknowledgments INTRODUCTION 1 ISLAND ECOLOGY AND BIOGEOGRAPHY 2 GEOLOGICAL HISTORY OF THE ISLANDS 3 EARLY HUMAN POPULATIONS ON THE CALIFORNIA ISLANDS 4 MARINE LIFE 5 SANTA CATALINA ISLAND 6 THE NORTHERN CHANNEL ISLANDS 7 THE OUTER SOUTHERN CHANNEL ISLANDS:SAN CLEMENTE, SAN NICOLAS, AND SANTA BARBARA 8 AÑO NUEVO ISLAND 9 THE FARALLON ISLANDS 10 THE ISLANDS OF SAN FRANCISCO BAY EPILOGUE Selected References Index
Synopsis
Islands have always been fascinating places, their separateness evoking a sense of mystery and inspiring a yearning for exploration. California's islands are unique evolutionary laboratories, places where plants and animals have grown and interacted in isolation for millions of years. This comprehensive book discusses both the human and the natural history of the islands of California, including all eight Channel Islands, AÑo Nuevo, the Farallons, and the islands of San Francisco Bay. It is also useful as a field guide for visitors, and details on reaching the islands are contained in the first chapter. The authors explore the formation of the islands; discuss the history of human habitation, beginning with the Native Americans who first visited the islands 12,000 years ago; and provide a thorough introduction to the marine and terrestrial biotas of the islands. The authors also discuss past damage and ongoing threats to island ecosystems, including devastation caused by the introduction of non-native animals and plants. Large herbivorous animals in particular have caused considerable damage, since island plants evolved in the absence of herbivores and therefore have no defenses against them. At present all of California's islands are managed by conservancies and public agencies such as the National Park Service and State Park system, and various environmental organizations are working with them to return the islands to their original condition., Islands have always been fascinating places, their separateness evoking a sense of mystery and inspiring a yearning for exploration. California's islands are unique evolutionary laboratories, places where plants and animals have grown and interacted in isolation for millions of years. This comprehensive book discusses both the human and the natural history of the islands of California, including all eight Channel Islands, A o Nuevo, the Farallons, and the islands of San Francisco Bay. It is also useful as a field guide for visitors, and details on reaching the islands are contained in the first chapter. The authors explore the formation of the islands; discuss the history of human habitation, beginning with the Native Americans who first visited the islands 12,000 years ago; and provide a thorough introduction to the marine and terrestrial biotas of the islands. The authors also discuss past damage and ongoing threats to island ecosystems, including devastation caused by the introduction of non-native animals and plants. Large herbivorous animals in particular have caused considerable damage, since island plants evolved in the absence of herbivores and therefore have no defenses against them. At present all of California's islands are managed by conservancies and public agencies such as the National Park Service and State Park system, and various environmental organizations are working with them to return the islands to their original condition., Islands have always been fascinating places, their separateness evoking a sense of mystery and inspiring a yearning for exploration. California's islands are unique evolutionary laboratories, places where plants and animals have grown and interacted in isolation for millions of years. This comprehensive book discusses both the human and the natural history of the islands of California, including all eight Channel Islands, Año Nuevo, the Farallons, and the islands of San Francisco Bay. It is also useful as a field guide for visitors, and details on reaching the islands are contained in the first chapter. The authors explore the formation of the islands; discuss the history of human habitation, beginning with the Native Americans who first visited the islands 12,000 years ago; and provide a thorough introduction to the marine and terrestrial biotas of the islands. The authors also discuss past damage and ongoing threats to island ecosystems, including devastation caused by the introduction of non-native animals and plants. Large herbivorous animals in particular have caused considerable damage, since island plants evolved in the absence of herbivores and therefore have no defenses against them. At present all of California's islands are managed by conservancies and public agencies such as the National Park Service and State Park system, and various environmental organizations are working with them to return the islands to their original condition.
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97-43756
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