The Conservation of Biological Diversity in the Great Lakes Ecosystem
Author | : Nature Conservancy (U.S.). Great Lakes Program |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 130 |
Release | : 1994 |
Genre | : Aquatic ecology |
ISBN | : |
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This paper serves to begin a dialogue on how these special biodiversity resources should be identified and protected in the Great Lakes basin. In this paper, signifiant biodiversity elements of the basin are identified. Threats to those resources are described and, in general terms, evaluated. Based on this information, recommandations are provided for the protection of biological diversity in the Great Lakes ecosystem. These are strategic in nature, designed to suggest broad direction, stimulate discussion and solicit advice for the progection of biological diversity in the basin. Finally, a range of tools available for biodiversity protection is outlined.