Science and conservation in African forests
Subtitle: the benefits of long-term research
By: edited by Richard Wrangham, Elizabeth Ross.
Contributors: Wrangham, Richard W., 1948-; Ross, Elizabeth, 1950-
Publisher: Cambridge Universty Press; Cambridge University Press
Published: 2008
Place of publication: Cambridge, UK; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 280
ISBN-13: 9780521896016; 9780521720588
Subjects: Forests and forestry -- Research -- Uganda -- Kibale National Park; Forest conservation -- Uganda -- Kibale National Park
Description: "This unique case study from the Kibale national park illustrates how biological research has had diverse consequences for conservation. It examines effects on habitat management, community relations, ecotourism and training. Lessons learned from this project over the last 20 years will inspire researchers and conservationists to work together to promote biodiversity through field projects."--book jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.