This book evaluates the past, present, and future habitat suitability of giant pandas based on spatial observation technology involving optical remote sensing,

Discusses the conservation, history, geographic distribution, activity patterns, feeding habits, and social behavior of Chinese giant pandas.

Part I. Empirical and theoretical foundations -- Part II. Model coupled human and natural system -- Part III. Across local to global coupled human and natural s

"This sourcebook is intended to assist environmental managers and others who work with indicators in pursuing appropriate methods for indicator testing and prod

Combines the latest findings from the field and the laboratory with panel and workshop summaries from a recent international conference.