Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
4th Edition
ISBN: 9781305389892
Author: Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 55.6, Problem 2SB
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The manner in which the Royal Chitwan National park establishment in Nepal has been successful in the conservation effort and the manner in which the conservation biologists measure its success.
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Conservation biologists can develop most efficient ways to conserve a species, ecosystem, or community. The conservation plans are only successful if they provide direct benefits to the local people whose lives are dependent upon a particular species of plants or animals.
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