Abstract

Abstract:An examination of current viable population theories and reserve size studies suggests that biological diversity for North American national parks and forests is inadequately protected This conclusion is further supported by reviews of federal agency management plans and policies. Preservation of biodiversity is thwarted by lack of landscape–level management, insufficient data, competition between federal land management agencies, and bureaucratic inertia, among other factors. To dress these problems, an ecosystem management model for reform is outlined New legislation is also suggested. Ethical and social choices are recognized as the basis for any restructuring of land management to protect biodiversity.

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