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Jackson, R.; Ahlborn, G.G.
The role of protected areas in Nepal in maintaining viable populations of snow leopards
1990  Book Chapter

Conservation biologists, drawing upon island biogeography theory, ecological-evolutionary genetics and theoretical population modelling, have attempted to establish the limits of a minimum viable population. The urgency for defining such limits is fueled by the widening realization that the world's reservoir of wild lands are being depleted at unprecedented rates. Core populations of many wild plants and animals area being confined to protected areas, including national parks, scientific reserves, natural landmarks, natural biotic areas and other special purpose lands.

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