Erin Foster – författare

Sea Otter Conservation: Nearshore Ecosystem Restoration offers the most updated and revised ecological knowledge for conserving sea otters and their coastal habitats. As sea otters are good indicators of ocean health, they are also keystone species, offering a stabilizing effect on ecosystems, controlling sea urchin populations that can damage kelp forests and thus curbing coastal erosion. This book synthesizes the important relationship between sea otters and conservation of themselves as well as vital marine ecosystems.Written by experts in the field, this book is structured into two sections to focus first on the latest data, practices, and hands-on research for conserving coastal ecosystems. This section offers links between sea otter presence and increased kelp, seagrass, and geological conservation. The second section focuses on the sea otter specifically, providing up-to-date research, data, and case studies regarding their genetics, habitats, and impacts of climate change.Sea Otter Conservation: Nearshore Ecosystem Restoration is a vital new edition for marine biologists, conservationists, and zoologists studying sea otters and their environmental importance.- Covers the fundamental biological and ecological aspects of sea otter conservation- Provides a detailed account of the influences of sea otters in community ecology, and the broad importance of keystone species recovery in restoring ecosystems- Describes how historical processes can shape subsequent ecological relationships, particularly when species recover to places from which they were previously extirpated

Driven to the brink of extinction by the maritime fur trade, sea otter recovery is a remarkable success story, one with broad implications to our understanding of their life history, ecology, and socio-ecology. Sea Otter Conservation II: Nearshore Ecosystem Restoration summarizes current knowledge regarding sea otter recovery and the role it plays in the restoration and resilience of coastal systems. Written by experts in the field, this volume describes the influence of sea otters in kelp, seagrass, salt marsh, and mixed sediment communities, and how their ecological effects can link marine and terrestrial systems. The authors consider the ecological and socio-ecological consequences of the maritime fur trade, the ways in which abundant food and space have affected sea otter recovery, and the potential of future sea otter reintroductions to aid their recovery and that of related ecosystems. This book reviews the latest methods in monitoring sea otter behavior, population status and genetic diversity, and the impact of climate change on sea otters and their associated communities. Sea Otter Conservation II: Nearshore Ecosystem Restoration is an important resource for anyone studying ecology, conservation, or restoration.Covers the fundamental biological and ecological aspects of sea otter conservationProvides a detailed account of the influences of sea otters in community ecology, and the broad importance of keystone species recovery in restoring ecosystemsDescribes how historical processes can shape subsequent ecological relationships, particularly when species recover to places from which they were previously extirpated

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Save time and money with in-depth reviews, ratings, and details from the trusted source for a successful Disney Cruise Line vacation.Planning a Disney Cruise Line (DCL) trip is a big deal. It’s too important to be left to chance, so put the best-selling independent guidebook to DCL in your hands and take control of your vacation. Make every minute and every dollar count with this no-nonsense, consumer-oriented guide to the best (and worst) of Disney’s ships and itineraries.The Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line 2025 explains how DCL works and how to use that knowledge to stay ahead of the crowd. Debut author Tammy Whiting with Len Testa and Erin Foster know that you want your vacation to be anything but average, so they employ an expert team of researchers to find the secrets, the shortcuts, and the bargains that are sure to make your vacation exceptional! Find out what’s available in every category, ranked from best to worst, and get detailed plans to make the most of your time on and off your cruise ship. Choose the right stateroom, eat at the best restaurants, find top-notch children’s activities, and experience all the can’t-miss excursions—including those offered at Castaway Cay, one of the best vacation islands in the Caribbean.Stay in the know on the latest updates and changes on DCL. Here’s what’s NEW in the 2025 book:Take in advice for first-time cruisers: money-saving strategies, packing tips and other pre-trip preparation, preferred ships and itineraries, and how to hit the deck running your first day onboardUtilize suggestions for deciding whether a Disney cruise or a Walt Disney World vacation is the better choice for your familyExamine in-depth comparisons between Disney Cruise Line and its competitorsFind out the scoop on different stateroom types and how to choose the best room for your needs, with updated stateroom floor plans and links to stateroom toursRead detailed descriptions of Disney’s newest home port at Ft. LauderdaleUncover first-hand reviews and experiences from Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, Disney’s second private islandEnjoy expanded coverage and unbiased opinions about DCL’s expanding fleet, including the Disney Wish and brand-new Disney TreasureGet reports on what’s coming next for DCL in 2025 and beyond, including news about the Disney AdventureUtilize the planning timeline for your Disney cruise, with advice on the best time to book itMake the right choices to give your family a vacation they’ll never forget. The Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line 2025 is your key to planning a perfect stay. Whether you’re putting together your annual trip or preparing for your first visit, this book gives you the insider scoop on staterooms, dining, children’s activities, shopping, entertainment, and more.