Desonie, Dana.

Biosphere : ecosystems and biodiversity loss / Dana Desonie. - New York : Chelsea House Publishers, c2008. - xii, 206 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), col. maps ; 25 cm. - Our fragile planet. . - Desonie, Dana. Our fragile planet. .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 195-199) and index.

The origin and evolution of life -- Life on Earth -- Earth's ecosystems -- Extinction in earth history -- Loss of habitat -- Pollution -- Climate change -- Over-harvesting animals and plants -- Invasive species -- Why biodiversity is important -- Saving endangered and threatened species -- Preserving lands -- The future of biodiversity conservation.

ISBN: 9780816062195 (hardcover) 0816062196 (hardcover)

LCCN: 2007016921

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Biosphere.
Biotic communities.

LC Class. No.: QH343.4 / .D47 2008

Dewey Class. No.: 577