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Outline

  • The Threat of Genetic Erosion
    Ecogeographic studies are introduced against the background of global genetic erosion.

  • A Definition
    Ecogeographic data are described. A distinction is made between ecogeographic studies and ecogeographic surveys.

  • Ecogeographic Surveys and Conservation
    The use of ecogeographic data in conservation activities is emphasised with an example given of the planning of collecting missions.

  • Ecogeographic Surveys: a Methodology
    The three major phases of a ecogeographic survey are outlined along with the three major outputs.



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