| Title |
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Forest biodiversity : earth's living treasure / Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity |
| Publisher |
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Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity |
| Edition |
|
1st ed. |
| Year |
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2011 |
| Pages |
|
48 p. : 22 cm. |
| Series |
|
International Day for Biological Diversity |
| Notes |
|
LC subject classification -- 1. forest biodiversity. |
| Notes |
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Foreword -- Forests contain some of our planet’s most vibrant ecosystems, displaying a wondrous variety of birds, animals, and plants. Forests are the basis for more than 5,000 products, from aromatic oil distilled from leaves to herbal medicines, fuel, food, furniture and clothing; they prevent soil erosion and help to regulate the climate; they provide clean water; they inspire us in art, research and religion; and they are essential to the survival and well-being of people everywhere—all 7 billion of us. -- This booklet aims to raise awareness of the threats and challenges faced by forests and to promote efforts for forest conservation and sustainable management. Maintaining the world’s rich forest biodiversity will help us combat the climate crisis, alleviate poverty, support human health, and leave our children and grandchildren the bountiful and beautiful legacy of living forests that we enjoy today. |
| ISBN |
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92-9225-297-6 |
| Languages |
|
English |
| Programme Areas |
|
International Day for Biological Diversity; Forest Biodiversity; Biodiversity for Development |
| Keywords |
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Biodiversity conservation; Environmental awareness; Forest biodiversity; International Day for Biological Diversity |
| Organization |
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Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity |
| Added Entry |
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Alternate title -- International day of Biological Diversity : May 22 2011 |
| Location |
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QH86 F67 2011 |
| Holdings |
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2 |
| Type |
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Monograph |
| Checked out by |
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MISSING |
| On-Line Version |
|
http://www.cbd.int/idb/2011/booklet/?tab=0 |
| SCBD On-Line Version |
|
/idb/doc/2011/idb-2011-booklet-en.pdf |
| Category |
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GEN |
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