Primate Research and Conservation in the Anthropocene: 82 (Cambridge Studies in Biological and Evolutionary Anthropology, Series Number 82) - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 110715748X ISBN 13: 9781107157484

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2019

Synopsis

This book takes a new approach to understanding primate conservation research, adding a personal perspective to allow readers to learn what motivates those doing conservation work. When entering the field over a decade ago, many young primatologists were driven by evolutionary questions centered in behavioural ecology. However, given the current environment of cascading extinctions and increasing threats to primates we now need to ensure that primates remain in viable populations in the wild before we can simply engage in research in the context of pure behavioural ecology. This has changed the primary research aims of many primatologists and shifted our focus to conservation priorities, such as understanding the impacts of human activity, habitat conversion or climate change on primates. This book presents personal narratives alongside empirical research results and discussions of strategies used to stem the tide of extinction. It is a must-have for anyone interested in conservation research.

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Review:

'... this book gives good reason for cautious optimism, as it documents challenges that have been tackled and successes that have been celebrated to combat the decline of primates ...' Alexander Waller, The Biologist

Book Description:

This book is a holistic treatment of primate conservation research. Featuring a range of personal narratives, researchers reveal their motivations and strategies for confronting the threats pushing primates towards extinction. It will appeal to anyone interested in wildlife conservation who wants to learn about research methods and motivations.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2019
• ISBN 10: 110715748X
• ISBN 13: 9781107157484
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 310
• Editor: Behie Alison M., Teichroeb Julie A., Malone Nicholas