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Conservation, Biodiversity and International Law

Author
Gillespie A.
Date
2011
Source
IUCN (ID: MON-087719)
Publisher | Place of publication
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd | Cheltenham, U.K.
ISBN
978-0-85793-515-1
Pages
600 p.
Document type
Monography/book
Language
English
Field of application
International
Subject
Environment gen., Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Biodiversity Indigenous peoples Access and benefit sharing Protection of habitats Alien species Protection of species Management/conservation International trade High seas
Abstract

Contents: 1. Introduction 2. Species and Areas 3. Extinct and Endangered 4. Classifications 5. Tangible Benefits 6. Intangible Considerations 7. Habitat 8. Trade 9. Exceptions for Indigenous Peoples, Science and the Military 10. Aliens, Disease, Pests, and Genetically Modified Species 11. Incidental Capture 12. Development 13. Overlaps and Gaps 14. Compliance 15. Compliance on the High Seas 16. Management 17. Access and Benefit Sharing 18. Local Peoples, Education and Finance 19. Conclusion Index