{"product_id":"9783032216960","title":"Topics in Biodiversity and Conservation","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTopics in Biodiversity and Conservation\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003ch2\u003eDas, Dipayan; Paul, Payel; Chowdhury, Monoranjan\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Himalayas, also known as the Roof of the World\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eis a vital biodiversity hotspot, encompassing steep slopes, snow-capped peaks, and glaciers. Despite its richness in montane flora, it ranks fourth among the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots due to urbanization, industrialization, and climate change. This book addresses the urgent need for effective biodiversity conservation strategies in this unique region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdited by a team of leading experts, this comprehensive volume synthesizes research findings on the current state of Himalayan biodiversity, examining factors driving its decline and proposing actionable conservation strategies. Contributions from experienced researchers, provide in-depth insights into the impacts of habitat loss, illegal wildlife trade, forest fires, and global warming on the delicate ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey topics covered include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe present status of Himalayan flora and fauna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarious threats to the Himalayan hotspot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConservation and management policies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecent taxonomic and ecological approaches in biodiversity conservation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvolutionary patterns and diversity of Himalayan flora\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModes and consequences of biodiversity destruction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSustainable eco-tourism in Himalayan forests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpanning the regions of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Pakistan, this work offers an extensive overview of the entire Himalayan biodiversity and its conservation efforts. It aims to represent a collective summary of the severe impacts of anthropogenic activities on the Himalayan ecosystem and to propose both local and global efforts needed for biodiversity conservation. It will serve as an essential resource for government and NGO planners, researchers, plant biologists, taxonomists, and academicians involved in environmental and conservation studies, eco-tourism, and disaster management.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublished by: Springer\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublication Date: 2026-06-08\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFormat: Hardcover\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eISBN-13: 9783032216960\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDOI: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDimensions: 235cm x155cm\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePages: 396\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Springer Nature Switzerland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46312196898956,"sku":"9783032216960","price":197.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/9783032216960.jpg?v=1779044810","url":"https:\/\/lateknightbooks.com\/products\/9783032216960","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}