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Woodland Habitats

Name: Woodland Habitats
Author: Mark Frater
ISBN: 9781134677702

by Mark Frater, Helen J. Read

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Woodland Habitats explores the history and ecology of British woodlands, and explains why they are such a valuable resource. It offers a practical guide to issues concerned with the ecology of woodland habitats and organisms; conservation and management; coppicing, pasture woodland and commercial forestry; woodland grazing, ride management and recreation in woodlands.. "Featuring illustrated species boxes as well as a full species list, examples of notable sites with location maps and pictures, suggested projects and a full glossary, students and environmentalists will gain a deeper understanding of the historical and present-day importance of British woodlands, as both an ecological and a cultural resource.

About the Author, Mark Frater

Helen Read is the site ecologist at Burnham Beeches NNR Buckinghamshire, UK. She is co-author of The Biology of Millipedes (OUP, 1992) and Animals Under Logs and Stones, (Richmond Publishing Co. Ltd, 1996). Mark Frater has a background of forestry before being appointed Site Manager for Burhman Beeches in 1987. He is now a consultant and advisor specialising in woodland management.

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Explores the history and ecology of Britain's woodlands and why they are such a valuable resource. Covers habitats, organisms, conservation, management, commercial uses, and recreation. Includes illustrations, species lists, examples of notable sites with location maps, suggested projects, and a glossary. Suitable for students of ecology and interested citizens. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)