Conservation of Marine Birds

1st Edition - September 27, 2022
Imprint: Academic Press
Editors: Lindsay Young, Eric VanderWerf
Language: English
Paperback ISBN:
9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 8 8 5 3 9 - 3
eBook ISBN:
9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 8 8 5 4 0 - 9

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Conservation of Marine Birds is the first book to outline and synthesize the myriad of threats faced by one of the most imperiled groups of birds on earth. With more than half of all 346 seabird species worldwide experiencing population declines and 29% of species recognized as globally threatened by the International Union for Conservation of Nature, the timing to determine solutions to threats could not be more urgent. Written by a diverse team of international experts on marine birds, this book explores the environmental and biogeographical factors that influence seabird conservation and provides concrete recommendations for mounting climate change issues.

This book will be an important resource for researchers and conservationists, as well as ecologists and students who want to understand seabirds, the threats they are facing, and tactics to help conserve and protect them.

Cover
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
Contributors
About the Editors
Preface
Acknowledgments
Section I: Threats
Chapter 1: Ecology of marine birds
Abstract
Life history and adaptations
Population biology
Breeding ecology
Foraging ecology
Differences between temperate and tropical seabirds
Conclusions
References
Chapter 2: Conservation status and overview of threats to seabirds
Abstract
Seabird status and trends
Threats to seabirds
Conclusions
References
Chapter 3: Interactions between fisheries and seabirds: Prey modification, discards, and bycatch
Abstract
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Forage fisheries
Fisheries for large pelagic and demersal fishes
Discards, offal, and food quality
Bycatch
Disturbance
Aquaculture
Projected trends, emerging threats, and environmental synergisms
Knowledge gaps, future research
Conclusions
References
Chapter 4: Invasive species threats to seabirds
Abstract
Introduction
A short history of invasive species, islands, and why seabirds are threatened
Invasive mammals threaten seabird survival globally
The impacts of non-mammalian invasive species on seabirds
Projected trends in invasive species introductions and emergent threats
Conclusions and future directions in addressing invasive species threats to seabirds
References
Chapter 5: Health and diseases
Abstract
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Which infectious agents and biotoxins are most important?
Case studies
Projected trends and emerging threats
Knowledge gaps
Best practices for biosecurity at seabird colonies
Conclusions
Glossary
References
Chapter 6: Pollution—Lights, plastics, oil, and contaminants
Abstract
Acknowledgments
Introduction: Scope and severity of threats
Species and regions most impacted
Interactions with climate change
Projected trends
Emerging threats, knowledge gaps, and future research
Conclusions
References
Chapter 7: Exploitation and disturbance
Abstract
Acknowledgments
Human history, seabird ecology, and exploitation
Temporal aspects of exploitation
Types of exploitation
Harvesting
Disturbance and nonlethal exploitation
Seabirds as inspiration
The impacts of windfarms on seabirds
Discussion
References
Further reading
Chapter 8: Climate change: The ecological backdrop of seabird conservation
Abstract
Introduction
Seabird responses to climate change
Climate change impacts seabirds through timing, distribution, and biomass of prey
Effects of climate on seabird life history stages
Species’ vulnerabilities to climate change
Challenges in understanding and predicting the influence of climate change on seabirds
References
Section II: Solutions
Chapter 9: Introduction and historical approaches to seabird conservation
Abstract
Introduction
Finding nest sites of critically endangered species
Protecting breeding colonies
Providing and protecting individual nest sites
Mitigating mortality induced by artificial lights and structures
Mitigating the impacts of fisheries
Encouraging seabirds to breed at new or restored sites
Conclusions
References
Chapter 10: Legal and cooperative mechanisms for conserving marine birds
Abstract
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Legal and other tools
Land-based protections
Protections at sea
Discussion and conclusions
Disclaimer
References
Chapter 11: Cultural aspects of seabird conservation
Abstract
Introduction
Indigenous worldviews and perspectives of nature
Biocultural relationships between Indigenous Peoples and seabirds
Biocultural relationships and Indigenous resource management guide conservation and sustainable harvest of seabirds
Local Community perspectives of seabirds
Governance and comanagement
Social and environmental justice in seabird conservation
Conclusions
References
Chapter 12: Managing harvests of seabirds and their eggs
Abstract
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Regional patterns
Tools and effectiveness
Knowledge gaps and future research
Conclusions
References
Chapter 13: Mitigating light attraction
Abstract
Introduction
Tools and effectiveness
Knowledge gaps and future research
References
Chapter 14: Reducing collisions with structures
Abstract
Introduction
Identifying factors that impact seabird collision risk
Infrastructure with similar collision risk characteristics to powerlines
Methods for reducing seabird collisions with powerlines and similar infrastructure
Knowledge gaps and future research
Conclusions
References
Chapter 15: Conservation of marine birds: Biosecurity, control, and eradication of invasive species threats
Abstract
Introduction
Tools and planning considerations
Effectiveness of IAS solutions and seabird recovery
Regional trends in invasive species management
Emerging tools and trends in invasive species solutions for seabirds
Conclusions
References
Chapter 16: Fisheries regulation and conserving prey bases
Abstract
Introduction
Seabirds and prey resources
Prey depletion—Fisheries effects on seabirds
Regulation of forage fish and krill fisheries
Regulation of fisheries for large predatory fish
Discards and offal
Discussion
References
Chapter 17: Bycatch reduction
Abstract
Introduction
Determination of risk posed to seabirds from fisheries
Best practice seabird bycatch mitigation
Research to implementation
Case studies of fisheries successfully reducing seabird bycatch
Measuring success
Future directions
Conclusions
References
Chapter 18: Protecting marine habitats: Spatial conservation measures for seabirds at sea
Abstract
Introduction
Fundamentals of marine protection
Perspectives on Indigenous conservation
Protection measures
What and where to protect
How to protect: Approaches and strategies
Costs and benefits of marine protections
Implementation and effectiveness
Research and policy priorities
Summary and conclusion
References
Chapter 19: Restoration: Social attraction and translocation
Abstract
Introduction
Identifying a seabird restoration project
Selecting seabird restoration sites
Selecting a restoration approach
Social attraction methods
Translocation
Case studies
A global Seabird Restoration Database
Knowledge gaps and future work
References
Further reading
Chapter 20: Conclusions and the future of seabird conservation
Abstract
References
Index

Lindsay Young

Dr. Lindsay Young is the Executive Director of Pacific Rim Conservation, a non-profit organization she co-founded with Eric VanderWerf to address research and management needs of native species across the Pacific. She earned an MS and Ph.D. in Zoology from the University of Hawaii. Dr. Young has specialized in creating “mainland islands” through predator proof fencing followed by habitat restoration and seabird attraction and translocation. In 2014 she oversaw the construction of a predator proof fence at Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge followed by intensive habitat restoration in anticipation of translocating Hawaiian Petrels and Newell’s Shearwaters. Dr. Young has authored several dozen scientific papers, served as the treasurer for the Pacific Seabird Group, the local chair of PSG twice, the chair of the North Pacific Albatross Working Group, and the North Pacific correspondent for ACAP (Agreement on the Conservation of Albatrosses and Petrels).

Affiliations and expertise

Executive Director, Pacific Rim Conservation, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA

Eric VanderWerf

Dr. Eric A. VanderWerf is the Director of Science of Pacific Rim Conservation. He completed a Ph.D. at the University of Hawai`i, where his research focused on plumage variation and effects of habitat disturbance and diseases on population biology of the Hawai`i Elepaio. He has worked on a variety of conservation and ornithological projects in Hawai`i and throughout the Pacific and was previously with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Hawaii Division of Forestry and Wildlife. Dr. VanderWerf has authored over 100 scientific papers, book chapters, government documents, and technical reports, serves as the leader of the Hawaiian Forest Bird Recovery Team for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, on the Endangered Species Recovery Committee for State of Hawai`i, as an associate editor for the Condor, and as an associate editor of the Birds of North America.

Affiliations and expertise

Director of Science, Pacific Rim Conservation, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA

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