By Bryan F.J. Manly, Lyman L. McDonald, Dana L. Thomas, Trent L. McDonald and Wallace P. Erickson
Resource Selection by Animals, 2nd Edition provides a detailed guide to understanding how animals select resources within their environments. It combines theoretical models, statistical tools, and real-world case studies to examine patterns of habitat use, diet selection, and movement. The updated edition emphasizes the integration of ecological theory with modern resource selection analysis and supports conservation and management decisions based on quantitative data.
โข Covers theory, modeling, and practical examples
โข Emphasizes quantitative analysis and inference
โข Integrates ecological theory with conservation practice
โข Includes case studies and software guidance
Table of Contents
Table of Contents:
1. Introduction to Resource Selection
2. Concepts of Habitat and Niche
3. Measuring Availability and Use
4. Study Designs for Resource Selection
5. Statistical Models of Resource Selection
6. Resource Selection Functions
7. Multivariate and Hierarchical Models
8. Model Selection and Inference
9. Case Studies in Resource Selection
10. Software and Tools for Analysis
11. Applications in Wildlife Management and Conservation
12. Emerging Topics and Future Directions
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