Abstract
In this chapter I will refer to metrics the goal of which is the measurement of biodiversity under the umbrella term 'biodiversity surrogates'. My aim is to explore the current state of the science of biodiversity measurement, discuss how a reliance on surrogates influences conservation decisions, and suggest future directions for this important area of ecological research.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Indicators and Surrogates of Biodiversity and Environmental Change |
Editors | Lindenmayer, D., Barton, P., Pierson, J. |
Place of Publication | Clayton South, Victoria, Australia |
Publisher | CSIRO Publishing |
Pages | 5-13 |
Volume | 1 |
Edition | 1st |
ISBN (Print) | 9781486304097 |
Publication status | Published - 2015 |