Biology: Science for Life with Physiology (6th Edition) (Belk, Border & Maier, The Biology: Science for Life Series, 5th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134555430
Author: Colleen Belk, Virginia Borden Maier
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 16, Problem 3AAATB
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The sort of information regarding piping plover and the threats to its survival, which would help to determine the population goal for the species as well as how to attain the goal.
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The piping plover refers to a small shorebird, which thrives in the beaches of North America considered its natural habitat. The plover population in the Great Lakes is endangered and comprises just 30 pairs of breeding. A more individualized approach is needed to maintain the habitats of at presently endangered species.
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Biology: Science for Life with Physiology (6th Edition) (Belk, Border & Maier, The Biology: Science for Life Series, 5th Edition)
Ch. 16 - Prob. 1LTBCh. 16 - Compare and contrast the species interactions of...Ch. 16 - Prob. 3LTBCh. 16 - Current rates of species extinction appear to be...Ch. 16 - According to the generalized species-area curve,...Ch. 16 - Prob. 6LTBCh. 16 - Prob. 7LTBCh. 16 - Which of the following is an example of a...Ch. 16 - Prob. 9LTBCh. 16 - Prob. 10LTB
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