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Environmental History of Oceanic Islands
Natural and Human Impacts on the Vegetation of the Juan Fernández (Robinson Crusoe) Archipelago
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Focusing on the ecological and historical evolution of the Juan Fernández Archipelago, this book examines the profound effects of human activity on Robinson Crusoe and Alejandro Selkirk Islands. It details the transformation of subtropical vegetation due to deforestation for construction and agriculture, alongside the introduction of non-native species. By analyzing historical records, the narrative highlights the interplay between human survival and environmental change, making it a compelling case study on the ecological consequences of colonization on isolated ecosystems.
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Environmental History of Oceanic Islands, Tod F. Stuessy
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- Title
- Environmental History of Oceanic Islands
- Subtitle
- Natural and Human Impacts on the Vegetation of the Juan Fernández (Robinson Crusoe) Archipelago
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Tod F. Stuessy
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 364
- ISBN13
- 9783030478704
- Description
- Focusing on the ecological and historical evolution of the Juan Fernández Archipelago, this book examines the profound effects of human activity on Robinson Crusoe and Alejandro Selkirk Islands. It details the transformation of subtropical vegetation due to deforestation for construction and agriculture, alongside the introduction of non-native species. By analyzing historical records, the narrative highlights the interplay between human survival and environmental change, making it a compelling case study on the ecological consequences of colonization on isolated ecosystems.