Landscape Ecology : A Synthesis (Paperback)

1. Introduction to and History of Landscape Ecology Part I Structure: 2. Components 3. Spatial Arrangement 4. Scale Part 2 Characteristics: 5. Connectivity 6. Heterogeneity/Variability 7. Ecotones/Gradients Part 3 Processes: 8. Flows 9. Landscape Evolution and Change 10. Disturbance Part4 Management: 11. Tools for Application of Landscape Ecology 12. Landscape Ecology in Natural and Artificial Landscapes 13. Landscape Planning and Scale 14. Landscape Ecology and Biodiversity 15. Landscape Ecology and Urban Planning 16. Landscape Ecology and Natural Resources 17. Conclusion