This book provides a broad overview of plant and animal ecology in the Mojave Desert.

"This title presents new research on the Mojave Desert and the contributors discuss the desert from several perspectives including regional threats such as expa

Nearly one-third of the land area on our planet is classified as arid or desert. Therefore, an understanding of the dynamics of such arid ecosystems is essentia

"Provides interesting and thought-provoking reading and is highly recommended to anyone interested in desert ecosystems or community ecology. The book . . . sho

This long-anticipated reference and sourcebook for California’s remarkable ecological abundance provides an integrated assessment of each major ecosystem type