Marine Environments of Palau
Author | : Patrick Lynn Colin |
Publisher | : Mutual Publishing Company |
Total Pages | : 414 |
Release | : 2009 |
Genre | : Travel |
ISBN | : 9780615274843 |
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Author | : Patrick Lynn Colin |
Publisher | : Mutual Publishing Company |
Total Pages | : 414 |
Release | : 2009 |
Genre | : Travel |
ISBN | : 9780615274843 |
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Total Pages | : 240 |
Release | : 2007 |
Genre | : Coral reef conservation |
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Author | : R. E. Johannes |
Publisher | : Univ of California Press |
Total Pages | : 306 |
Release | : 2023-11-10 |
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ISBN | : 0520321391 |
Author | : Enric Sala |
Publisher | : National Geographic Books |
Total Pages | : 276 |
Release | : 2015 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 1426216114 |
"National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Enric Sala takes readers on an unforgettable journey to 10 places where the ocean is virtually untouched by man, offering a fascinating glimpse into our past and an inspiring vision for the future. From the shark-rich waters surrounding Coco Island, Costa Rica, to the iceberg-studded sea off Franz Josef Land, Russia, this incredible photographic collection showcases the thriving marine ecosystems that Sala is working to protect. Offering a rare glimpse into the world's underwater Edens, more than 200 images take you to the frontier of the Pristine Seas expeditions, where Sala's teams explore the breathtaking wildlife and habitats from the depths to the surface--thriving ecosystems with healthy corals and a kaleidoscopic variety of colorful fish and stunning creatures that have been protected from human interference. With this dazzling array of photographs that capture the beauty of the water and the incredible wildlife within it, this book shows us the brilliance of the sea in its natural state."--
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Total Pages | : 868 |
Release | : 1997 |
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Author | : Yvonne Sadovy de Mitcheson |
Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
Total Pages | : 639 |
Release | : 2011-12-10 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9400719809 |
Reef fish spawning aggregations, ranging from small groups to many tens of thousands of individuals, are spectacular but poorly known natural phenomena whereby fish assemble at specific times and locations to spawn. For some species these large groups may be the only form of reproduction, the high fish numbers briefly giving a false impression of stability and abundance—an ‘illusion of plenty’. They are often a focus for intensive seasonal fishing because of their predictability and because many important commercial fishes form them. Highly vulnerable to overexploitation, many aggregations and their associated fisheries, have disappeared or are in decline. Few are effectively managed or incorporated into protected areas. Aggregations are not well understood by fishery scientists, managers and conservationists and their significance little appreciated by fishers or the wider public. To ensure their persistence to replenish important fisheries in coral ecosystems, maintain their ecosystem function and continue to delight divers, a significant change in perspective is needed to foster protection and management. This book provides comprehensive and practical coverage of the biology, study and management of reef fish aggregations, exploring their how, when, where, and why. It explores ways to better protect, study, manage and conserve them, while identifying key data gaps and questions. The text is extensively illustrated with many unique, never before published, photographs and graphics. Case studies on over 20 interesting and important fishes are included, outlining their biology and fisheries and highlighting major concerns and challenges.
Author | : P. Keith Probert |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | : 536 |
Release | : 2017-07-06 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 1108508480 |
Providing a comprehensive account of marine conservation, this book examines human use and abuse of the world's seas and oceans and their marine life, and the various approaches to management and conservation. Healthy marine ecosystems - the goods and services that they provide - are of vital importance to human wellbeing. There is a pressing need for a global synthesis of marine conservation issues and approaches. This book covers conservation issues pertinent to major groups of marine organisms, such as sharks, marine turtles, seabirds and marine mammals; key habitats, from estuaries, wetlands and coral reefs to the deep sea; and from local and regional to international initiatives in marine conservation. An ideal resource for students, researchers and conservation professionals, the book pays appropriate attention to the underlying marine biology and oceanography and how human activities impact marine ecosystems, enabling the reader to fully understand the context of conservation action and its rationale.
Author | : Alan Simcock |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | : 978 |
Release | : 2017-04-17 |
Genre | : Law |
ISBN | : 1316510018 |
This United Nations report examines the current state of knowledge of the world's oceans, for policymakers, and provides a reference for marine science courses.
Author | : Ben Cook |
Publisher | : Other Places Publishing |
Total Pages | : 236 |
Release | : 2010-08-17 |
Genre | : Micronesia |
ISBN | : 0982261934 |
"Discover the real Micronesia and Palau"--Cover.
Author | : International Monetary Fund. Asia and Pacific Dept |
Publisher | : International Monetary Fund |
Total Pages | : 52 |
Release | : 2016-10-19 |
Genre | : Business & Economics |
ISBN | : 1475545932 |
Palau is a middle-income micro state in the Pacific (population: 18,000) that relies heavily on tourism and grants, and is exposed to natural disasters. The economy grew strongly at 9.4 percent in FY2015 led by robust tourism and construction activity, but the surge in tourist arrivals strained infrastructure and was tilted to low budget tourism. The fiscal position has improved, but further efforts are needed to ensure long-term fiscal sustainability. The outlook is favorable although subject to significant downside risks. The discussions focused on