Biodiversity and Conservation of Isla de los Estados (Chuani-sin)
A XXI Century Terra Incognita
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Beschreibung
Geographically and temporarily isolated from the main island of Tierra del Fuego, Isla de los Estados marks the beginning of the Andes Mountain range. Known to Western culture since 1616, this island remains one of the least accessible wildlife locations on Earth. Currently, only up to five scientific visits occur annually. Despite its isolation, it experiences human disturbances, including legal and illegal tourism, invasive species, and external pollutants.
"Biodiversity and Conservation of Isla de los Estados (Chuani-sin)" covers three decades of fieldwork, sample collection, and remote, technology-driven data. It summarizes current knowledge of the island’s biodiversity and its surrounding ocean, making it an essential read for anyone interested in studying these remote landscapes.
Geographically and temporarily isolated from the main island of Tierra del Fuego, Isla de los Estados marks the beginning of the Andes Mountain range. Known to Western culture since 1616, this island remains one of the least accessible wildlife locations on Earth. Currently, only up to five scientific visits occur annually. Despite its isolation, it experiences human disturbances, including legal and illegal tourism, invasive species, and external pollutants.
"Biodiversity and Conservation of Isla de los Estados (Chuani-sin)" covers three decades of fieldwork, sample collection, and remote, technology-driven data. It summarizes current knowledge of the island’s biodiversity and its surrounding ocean, making it an essential read for anyone interested in studying these remote landscapes.
Covers the archaeological and historical use of the island and its biodiversity Focuses on challenges and opportunities for biodiversity conservation, with an emphasis on the socio-ecological context Provides context for the presence of various animal groups and highlight the island's ecological importance
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Andrea Raya Rey
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Patagonia Anthropogenic changes Fuegian archipelago subpolar ecosystems Isla de los Estados