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Geographic location and ecoregional effects on determinants of avian species richness

Creator:: Siegel, Karen E.
Abstract:: Biodiversity studies allow for a more holistic approach to the conservation of species. Using one measure ofbiodiversity, that ofspecies richness, this study investigates the correlations between bird species richness and a set ofvariables. These variables represent climate, productivity/available energy, habitat heterogeneity, disturbance, and topography. Another aspect ofthis study is to...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: September 2001 Species Geographic Location and Ecoregional Effects on Determinants of Avian Species

An inventory and analysis of Pacific Northwest agricultural land use projections

Creator:: McKinley, Randolph Allen
Abstract:: This paper is a summary of a larger project that consolidated agricultural land use projection information for the Pacific Northwest, as of January 1979. The characteristics of nine major projection studies are identified and used as a basis for comparing the relative merits of each study with regard to: 1)...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: , 4) time frame, 5) geographic coverage, and 6) selected projected futures. In addition, the

Contaminated communities : actively involved citizens, technical assistance, and the cleanup process

Creator:: Gaines, Lisa J.
Abstract:: In what is called participatory democracy scholars and practitioners have been calling for the involvement of citizens in decisions that affect their lives. Citizens who emerge to participate in technically complex, decision-making processes find that their involvement is often minimized, disregarded, or neglected due to barriers such as specialized scientific...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: ) Page Appendices 169 Appendix A: Citizen Group and Site information 170 Appendix B: Recruitment

Federal consistency and the Coastal Zone Management Act: the 1990 amendments and their affect on Alaska

Creator:: Easter, David
Abstract:: Under the Coastal Zone Management Act, participating states were given two incentives to design programs for managing their coastal resources. One of these incentives was "federal consistency" which allowed states to review either direct federal actions or projects involving federal licenses, permits, or funding for consistency with the state coastal...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: and objectives. Patton (1997) defines evaluation as "the systematic collection of information about

Barred owls and forest fragmentation in Oregon Coast range spotted owl sites

Creator:: Rodhouse, Thomas J.
Abstract:: Little information is available on northern barred owl (Strix varia varia) life history in the Pacific Northwest but their invasion into northern spotted owl habitat (Strix occidentalis caurina) appears to be significant and detrimental to conservation of the latter species. Forest fragmentation has been suggested as a possible factor in...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: National Forest using satellite imagery and a Geographic Information System (GIS). Comparisons were made

The marine biogeography of Ragay Gulf and Burias Pass, Philippines

Creator:: Jamir, Tomas Vergel C.
Abstract:: Ragay Gulf and Burias Pass are among the traditional fishing grounds of the country being considered by the government for an integrated approach to fishery management (Smith, et al., 1980; Samson, et al., 1977, World Bank, 1976). The Department of Marine Fisheries, College of Fisheries, University of the Philippines in...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: expressed as mlll,000 cubic meters) in Ragay Gulf and vicinity (November, 1981). Figure 17b. Geographic

Perceptions of pack and saddle stock in wilderness: a historical and geographical review of a resource conflict

Creator:: Capozza, Togan
Abstract:: It has long been acknowledged that recreation activities can cause conflict among stakeholders with different perspectives. In 1949, Aldo Leopold, one of the earliest proponents of wilderness preservation, noted "Public policies for outdoor recreation are controversial. Equally conscientious citizens hold opposite views on what is and what should be done...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: to address the problem and the spatial distribution of the issue. First, information was gathered by

Environmental correlates of freshwater fish species richness in Oregon

Creator:: Rathert, Daniel E.
Abstract:: Native freshwater fish biodiversily is imperiled in Oregon with 36 species or sub-species listed by the State of Oregon as sensitive, threatened, or endangered, and 9 species or sub-species listed as endangered or threatened under the federal Endangered Species Act. Understanding and managing biodiversity is critical to its conservation. Using...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Characteristics 10 Geographic Characteristics 13 Historical Connectivity and Dispersal 14 Stressors 16 Statistical

The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami : tourism impacts and recovery progress in Thailand’s marine national parks

Creator:: Meprasert, Somrudee
Abstract:: The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami raised concern among marine park managers and hazard mitigation professionals about the significant impact of major coastal hazards on marine park natural resources and ecosystems. The main reason for this concern is the strong linkage of marine parks and their rich assortment of ecosystem services...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: of Environmental Research and Marine Science Department, at Chulalongkorn University who have

Management implications of petroleum exploration and development in wilderness environments - minimizing wildlife impacts

Creator:: Bromley, Marianne S.
Abstract:: The purpose of this paper is to provide resource managers with a compilation of background information useful in the development of guidelines and/or management strategies designed to minimize the disruptive impacts of petroleum exploration and development on wildlife in wilderness environments. The paper is a review of literature, and describes:...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: reprints and information, especially Tom Rothe. Management Implications of Petroleum Exploration and

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Geographic location and ecoregional effects on determinants of avian species richness

An inventory and analysis of Pacific Northwest agricultural land use projections

Contaminated communities : actively involved citizens, technical assistance, and the cleanup process

Federal consistency and the Coastal Zone Management Act: the 1990 amendments and their affect on Alaska

Barred owls and forest fragmentation in Oregon Coast range spotted owl sites

The marine biogeography of Ragay Gulf and Burias Pass, Philippines

Perceptions of pack and saddle stock in wilderness: a historical and geographical review of a resource conflict

Environmental correlates of freshwater fish species richness in Oregon

The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami : tourism impacts and recovery progress in Thailand’s marine national parks

Management implications of petroleum exploration and development in wilderness environments - minimizing wildlife impacts

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