Biological Invasions in Marine Ecosystems

Biological Invasions in Marine Ecosystems Ecological, Management, and Geographic Perspectives - Ecological Studies

Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st Edition 2009

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Publisher's Synopsis

Biological invasions are considered to be one of the greatest threats to the integrity of most ecosystems on earth. This volume explores the current state of marine bioinvasions, which have been growing at an exponential rate over recent decades. Focusing on the ecological aspects of biological invasions, it elucidates the different stages of an invasion process, starting with uptake and transport, through inoculation, establishment and finally integration into new ecosystems. Basic ecological concepts - all in the context of bioinvasions - are covered, such as propagule pressure, species interactions, phenotypic plasticity, and the importance of biodiversity. The authors approach bioinvasions as hazards to the integrity of natural communities, but also as a tool for better understanding fundamental ecological processes. Important aspects of managing marine bioinvasions are also discussed, as are many informative case studies from around the world.

Book information

ISBN: 9783642098116
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Imprint: Springer
Pub date:
Edition: Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st Edition 2009
Language: English
Number of pages: 641
Weight: 1009g
Height: 235mm
Width: 155mm
Spine width: 43mm