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Oxford University Biology Of Coral Reefs 2nd Edition by CHARLES SHEPPARD,ET AL.,Simon Davy
Coral reefs represent the most spectacular and diverse marine ecosystem on the planet as well as a critical source of income for millions of people. However, the combined effects of human activity have led to a rapid decline in the health of reefs worldwide, with many now facing complete destruction. Their world-wide deterioration and over-exploitation has continued and even accelerated in many areas since the publication of the first edition in 2009. At the same_x000D_time, there has been a near doubling in the number of scientific papers that have been written in this short time about coral reef biology and the ability to acclimate to ocean warming and acidification. This new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated, incorporating the significant increase in_x000D_knowledge gained over the last decade whilst retaining the book's focus as a concise and affordable overview of the field._x000D_The Biology of Coral Reefs provides an integrated overview of the function, physiology, ecology, and behaviour of coral reef organisms. Each chapter is enriched with a selection of 'boxes' on specific aspects written by internationally recognised experts. As with other books in the Biology of Habitats Series, the emphasis in this book is on the organisms that dominate this marine environment although pollution, conservation, climate change, and experimental aspects are also included. Indeed,_x000D_particular emphasis is placed on conservation and management due to the habitat's critically endangered status. A global range of examples is employed which gives the book international relevance._x000D_ Table of Contents:- _x000D_
1: Coral reefs: biodiverse and productive tropical ecosystems_x000D_
2: The main reef builders and space occupiers_x000D_
3: The abiotic environment_x000D_
4: Symbiotic interactions_x000D_
5: Microbial, microalgal, and planktonic reef life_x000D_
6: Reef fishes: evolution, diversity, and function_x000D_
7: Reef fisheries and reef aquaculture_x000D_
8: Coral reefs in the modern world_x000D_
9: Consequences to reefs of changing environmental stress_x000D_
10: The future, human population, and management_x000D_