Cliff Ecology: Pattern and Process in Cliff Ecosystems (Cambridge Studies in Ecology)

Larson, Douglas W.; Matthes, Uta; Kelly, Peter E.

ISBN 10: 0521554896 / ISBN 13: 9780521554893

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2000

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Cliff Ecology: Pattern and Process in Cliff Ecosystems (Cambridge Studies in Ecology)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521554896
• ISBN 13: 9780521554893
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Missing
• Weight: 26 ounces

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Synopsis

Cliffs are present in virtually every country on earth. The lack of scientific interest in cliffs to date is in striking contrast to the commonness of cliffs around the world and to the attraction cliffs have had for humans throughout history. Cliffs provide a unique habitat, rarely investigated from an ecological viewpoint. This book aims to destroy the impression of cliffs as geological structures devoid of life, by reviewing information about the geology, geomorphology, microclimate, flora, and fauna of both sea and inland cliffs. For the first time, evidence is presented to suggest that cliffs worldwide may represent an invaluable type of ecosystem, consisting of some of the least disturbed habitats on earth and contributing more to the biodiversity of a region than their surface coverage would indicate.

Book Description

Cliffs are present in virtually every country on earth. They provide a unique habitat, rarely investigated from an ecological viewpoint. This book presents a simple account of the structure and formation of cliffs, as well as a description of the plants and animals that live there. For the first time, evidence is presented to suggest that cliffs worldwide represent a unique, undisturbed ecosystem. A vital resource for ecologists studying this unique habitat, and of interest to others curious about this previously undervalued ecosystem type.