Synopses & Reviews
Human activities have contributed to the distribution of many plant, animal and microbial species to parts of the world where they are not native. This spread of alien species can have devastating consequences on native biodiversity. The Global Invasive Species Programme (GISP) was established to address concerns with alien invasive species, formulated in the Convention on Biological Diversity. GISP is coordinated by: the Scientific Committee on Problems of the Environment (SCOPE), the World Conservation Union (IUCN), CAB International. Its goal is to improve prevention and management of biological invasions, and this book represents a key outcome. It has been assembled by a team of international experts. Features include: -case studies from around the globe, with some emphasis on islands -a focus on biodiversity, but with some consideration of traditional agriculture -advice on national management plans, including risk analysis.
Review
"The toolkit was designed and partially drafted at an international workshop in Kuala Lumpur, March 1999, in conjunction with the Global Invasive Species Programme, which receives support from many national and international organizations. The primary target readers are involved in environment and biodiversity conservation and management, but public policy makers, quarantine service, and others may also find insight. Human disease is not considered, and most of the case studies are from agriculture, forestry, and other traditional sectors."--SciTech Book News
Table of Contents
Preface
The workshop participants who designed this toolkit
Toolkit Summary
1. Introduction
2. Building Strategy and Policy
Summary
2.1. Making the case for national commitment
2.2. Assessment
2.3. Building institutional support
2.4. Social marketing strategies for engaging communities in invasive species management social marketing in seven steps
2.5. Institutionalising the national commitment
2.5.1. The national strategy
2.5.2. Legal and institutional frameworks
3. Prevention
Summary
3.1. Introduction
3.2. Pathways
3.2.1. Intentional introductions
3.2.2. Introductions to captivity
3.2.3. Accidental introductions
3.2.4. Vectors of spread after introduction
3.3. Exclusion methods
3.4. Risk assessments
4. Early Detection
Summary
Introduction
4.1. Surveys
4.1.1. General Surveys
4.1.2. Site specific surveys
4.1.3. Species specific surveys
4.1.4. Data collection and storage
4.2. Developing a corps of experts/trainers
4.2.1. Who to train
4.2.2. Training needs
4.2.3. Where to train
4.2.4. Who will do the training
4.2.5. Staff retention
4.3. Contingency plans and funding
4.3.1. Costs of contingency actions
5. Assessment and Management
Summary
5.1. Initial assessment
5.2. Priorities for management
5.3. Management strategies
5.3.1. Eradication
5.3.2. Containment
5.3.3. Control
5.3.4. Mitigation
5.4. Methods
5.4.1. Mechanical control
5.4.2. Chemical control
5.4.3. Biological control
5.4.4. Habitat management
5.4.5. Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
5.5. Monitoring and follow-up
5.6. Project management
5.7. Securing resources
5.7.1. Use of volunteers
5.7.2. Tapping of other resources
5.8. Engaging stakeholders
5.9. Training in invasives control methods
5.10. Training for planners and managers
6. How to Use This Toolkit
Locality Index
Taxa Index
Key Publications of GISP
Information Boxes
Case Studies