Atlas of Crayfish in Europe

Crayfish are important as part of the natural heritage and represent key elements in freshwater ecosystems. Their conservation favours the protection of the aquatic environment and water resources and they have a cultural and economical value in Europe. The atlas is divided into 6 parts. The first part of this atlas deals with systematics and phylogeny, followed by a general description of habitats and threats in the second part. The third part describes current knowledge of the five indigenous species, seven non-indigenous species and three recently discovered non-indigenous species. The fourth part deals with diseases, and the fifth part describes conservation and management, including education and legislation. The final part is intended to generate awareness of indigenous stocks. The atlas also includes a glossary, a bibliography, and a species indentification key.

188 pages. Colour photos, maps. Paperback. Language: English. Part of the Series entitled "Collection Patrimoines Naturels", Volume 64. May be purchased here. This atlas is also distributed in North and South America by The University of Chicago Press for the Museum National d'Histoire Naturelle (French National Museum of Natural History).

ISBN: 978-2-8565-3579-0

Price: £23.50; US$36.00; EUR 32.00 approx