Many believe that the destruction of the natural environment in certain areas of the planet has reached an almost irreversible point. Regardless of the intensity of the problem, we must, with constantly increasing effort, protect and preserve our natural environment.

In this direction, Richard Primack's book serves as an essential guide based on the science of conservation, protection, and management of species and habitats. Professor Richard Primack from Boston University approaches the topic both in terms of the management techniques that should be applied and the institutional tools that have been developed to frame these techniques.

The book has already been translated into 20 languages and is available in many university libraries and research centers. Its rendering in Greek and the addition of examples from protected areas of our country, with the approval and encouragement of the author, is a work that has been missing from Greek literature.

This edition hopes to assist everyone involved in the Management, Protection, and Conservation of our country's natural heritage. Particularly, members of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), employees in management bodies of protected areas, students in Biology and Environmental departments, and those responsible for bio-monitoring and shaping management plans with the goal of conserving biodiversity.

Finally, this book, with its simple yet scientific approach, is an important aid for citizens interested in the protection of our country's natural environment as well as that of the planet. This segment of society that reacts to its degradation is continuously growing. They are concerned and ready to change their daily stereotypes to stand against anyone who wishes to harm it and their children, at local, national, and global levels.

Today's "saviors" seem to be the same ones who have for years invested in destroying the planet and are now managing its need for better quality of life. Let us all be cautious and participate. Thus, we will at least have a share in the responsibility for our future...

Contents:

• Conservation Biology and Biodiversity
• Threats to Biological Diversity
• Conservation of the Natural Environment at Population and Species Levels
• Conservation of Biotic Communities
• Conservation and Sustainable Development
• The Greek Experience
• Glossary
• Bibliography