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Endangered oceans : opposing viewpoints / by Dudley, William,1964-(CARDINAL)273448;
Includes bibliographical references (page 199) and index.The future of the world's oceans and coastal areas is bleak / Kieran Mulvaney -- Hope exists for the future of the world's oceans and coastal areas / Michael Weber and Judith Gradwohl -- The world's ocean fisheries are in a state of collapse / Barry Kent MacKay and Fran Stricker -- The world's ocean fisheries are not in a state of collapse / Michael Parfit -- Sea-level rise caused by global warming is a serious problem / Hans Hanson and Gunnar Lindh -- The threat of rising sea levels caused by global warming is unproven / S. Fred Singer -- International regulations are necessary to protect the world's oceans / Lawrence Juda -- International regulations have failed to protect the world's oceans / Peter H. Pearse -- The Law of the Sea convention should govern the use of ocean resources / Ian Townsend-Gault and Hasjim Djalal -- The Law of the Sea convention should not govern the use of ocean resources / Doug Bandow -- The ocean floor should not be used as a nuclear waste disposal site / Greenpeace -- The ocean floor should be considered for use as a nuclear waste disposal site / Steven Nadis -- The environmental case for banning factory trawlers / Greenpeace -- Factory trawlers should not be banned / Paul MacGregor -- Establishing private ownership of fishing rights can promote sustainable fishing / Birgir Runolfsson -- Alternatives to private ownership can better promote sustainable fishing / Anne Platt McGinn -- Aquaculture can relieve pressure on wild fish populations / Christine Weber Hale -- Aquaculture may not relieve pressure on wild fish populations / Bob Holmes -- Whales are gravely endangered / Elaine Robbins -- The endangered status of whales has been exaggerated / David Andrew Price -- The ban on whale hunting should continue / Greenpeace -- The ban on whale hunting is not justified / William Aron -- Marine theme parks that keep captive whales promote conservation / Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums -- Marine parks that keep captive whales do not promote conservation / The Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society.Essays discuss the future of the oceans, the state of world fisheries, the impact of global warming, conservation practices, environmental policies, and protecting the whales.
Subjects: Marine ecology.; Endangered ecosystems.; Marine resources conservation.; Fishes; Whales.; Endangered species.;
Available copies: 4 / Total copies: 4
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Beauty of the rainforest : discover the magic of these amazing and precious habitats / by Davies, Gill.(CARDINAL)666703;
Includes index.
Subjects: Deforestation.; Endangered ecosystems.; Rain forest animals.; Rain forest conservation.; Rain forest ecology.; Rain forests.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The climate crisis in the Southeast / by Morris, Heather C.,author.(CARDINAL)883680;
Hurricane Irma -- From Beaches to Mountains -- Crises in the Southeast -- THAT'S AMAZING! -- Learning from Hurricanes -- How to Help -- Focus on the Southeast."This series examines the typical climates of the American Southeast region, how climate change is affecting that region, and ways the region can help fight against and adapt to the climate emergency."--Grades 4-6670L
Subjects: Informational works.; Biodiversity; Endangered ecosystems;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Animal conservationists / by Perdew, Laura,author.(CARDINAL)611738; Linzey, Donald W.,consultant.(CARDINAL)317101;
Includes bibliographical references (page 104) and index.Racing to save bats -- The history of animal conservation -- Saving habitats, saving species -- Breeding and rehabilitation -- Aquatic breeding -- Reintroduction -- Technology in animal conservation -- Battling invasive species -- The future of animal conservation science.Animal Conservationists takes a look at the ways in which scientists are working to save animals from disease, human encroachment, and invasive species across the world. Features include vivid photos, in-depth examinations of scientific concepts, a glossary, additional resources, source notes, and an index.Ages 13-17.1120L
Subjects: Action and adventure fiction.; Young adult literature.; Animal diversity conservation.; Wildlife conservation.; Scientists.; Discoveries in geography.; Endangered species.; Endangered ecosystems.; Habitat conservation.;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Biodiversity of rivers / by Pyers, Greg.(CARDINAL)533902;
"Discusses the variety of living things in the ecosystem of a river"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Rivers; Freshwater biodiversity; Stream ecology; Endangered ecosystems;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The Nature Conservancy / by Marsico, Katie,1980-author.(CARDINAL)479255;
Includes bibliographical references (page 23) and index.Aving natural settings -- The past and present -- Encouraging conservation."How do nonprofits and charities work? What problems do they need to solve? In The Nature Conservancy, readers will discover the ways this organization contributes positively to the world. Sidebars and backmatter ask questions for text-dependent analysis. Photos, a glossary, and additional resources are included."--K to grade 3.930LAccelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Nature Conservancy (U.S.); Endangered ecosystems; Nature conservation;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The atlas of endangered species / by Mackay, Richard.(CARDINAL)274861;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 122-125) and index.Extinction is forever -- Ecosystems -- Fragile regions -- Endangered animals and plants -- Endangered birds -- Issues of conservation -- World tables.Vividly illustrated with full-color maps and detailed graphics, The Atlas of Endangered Species catalogs the inhabitants of a wide variety of ecosystems, including forests, mangroves, and coral reefs. It examines the major threats to biodiversity, from loss of habitat to hunting, and describes the steps being taken toward conservation.
Subjects: Maps.; Endangered species; Endangered ecosystems;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Habitats and Wildlife in Danger / by Levete, Sarah.(CARDINAL)645838;
What are habitats? -- What makes a habitat? -- Nature's balance -- Pushing animals aside -- Farming pressures -- The cost of war -- Rainforests in danger -- Polar perils -- Sea and shores in crisis -- Crumbling coral reefs -- Wetlands under threat -- Grassy habitats -- Protecting our planet.IG1100LAccelerated Reader AR
Subjects: Habitat conservation; Wildlife conservation; Endangered species; Endangered ecosystems;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Biodiversity of polar regions / by Pyers, Greg.(CARDINAL)533902;
"Discusses the variety of living things in a polar region's ecosystem"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Ecology; Endangered ecosystems; Natural history;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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What on Earth is threatening our wildlife? / by West, Oliver,(Children's writer and illustrator)Author(DLC)n 2016054436; West, David,1956-Author(DLC)n 2004039453;
Life on earth -- Evolved -- Extinction events -- Modern humans -- A lot of land -- Natural habitats -- Habitat loss -- Sea habitats -- Aquaculture -- Overfishing -- Bycatch -- Mines -- Pollution -- Acide rain -- Oil spills -- Shorelines, flats, and marshes -- Plastic -- Light and noise pollution -- Greenhouse gases -- Earth's climate -- Climate change -- Wildfires -- Invasive species -- There is still hope -- Words explained.Conservation of wildlife is a big deal. The more biodiversity in a habitat, the healthier it is. And, people live in a lot of the habitats animals do. So, the better animals are doing, the better our habitat is! However, there are continuing threats to wildlife around the world: habitat loss, poaching, and climate change are just a few. In this volume, readers find out more about how wildlife is being harmed by people's actions--and what they can do to help right in their own community.
Subjects: Illustrated works.; Informational works.; Juvenile works.; Instructional and educational works; Endangered species; Wildlife conservation; Endangered ecosystems; Biodiversity;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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