Savannas: A Very Short Introduction

by Peter A. Furley

Savannas form one of the largest and most important of the world's ecological zones. Covering one fifth of the Earth's land surface, they are home to some of the world's most iconic animals and form an extremely important global resource for plants and wildlife. However, increasing recognition of their land potential means that they are extremely vulnerable to accelerating pressures on usable land.

This Very Short Introduction considers savannas...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0198717229
• ISBN13: 9780198717225
• Release Date: September 2016
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 4.2" x 6.8"