Publication | 1997
Cactus and succulent plants : status survey and conservation action plan
Found in a variety of forms and sometimes with very attractive flowers, cacti and other succulents have elicited widespread interest and tremendous popularity worldwide. Although the subject of a certain amount of debate, about 10,000 species of plant are recognised as belonging to the succulent…
Publication | 1997
The Ethiopian wolf : status survey and conservation action plan
The Ethiopian wolf is one of many species endemic to the highlands of Ethiopia but with only about 400 adults remaining, it is also the most endangered canid in the world. The main threats to this creature are loss of habitat to subsistence farming and livestock over-grazing, human development…
Publication | 1997
This handbook illustrates concepts, methods and tools for "primary environmental care", an approach that seeks to empower communities to meet basic needs while protecting the environment. In particular, it focuses on how population size, structure, growth (or decline) and movements relate to the…
Publication | 1997
Beyond fences : seeking social sustainability in conservation. Vol.1 : A process companion
Understanding and managing the concerns of local people is essential for the success of most, if not all, conservation initiatives. These two volumes are a resource set designed to help professionals employed in conservation initiatives to identify the social concerns that are relevant for their…
Jointly published | 1996
Assessing benefits to the economy from protected areas : a summary for decision-makers
Grey literature | 1996
Assessing benefits to the economy from protected areas : a summary for decision-makers
Publication | 1997
Business and biodiversity : a guide for the private sector
The Convention on biological diversity was drafted with in mind the conservation of the world's natural resources, their sustainable use and the equal sharing of their benefits. Among the primary utilisers of these natural resources is industry, the pharmaceutical industry, the food industry and…