UNEP-WCMC

UNEP-WCMC's World Atlases contain comprehensive information on the current status of some of the world's unique global ecosystems. The Atlases present a synthesis of the latest research, detailed analyses of geographical distribution and an overview of threats and changes challenging these ecosystems today. These publications are a valuable resource accessible to a broad audience ranging from global travellers and students to scientists and those with an interest in natural history. A World Atlas Poster Series accompanies these publications.

Published September 2005:	World Atlas of Great Apes and their Conservation This atlas provides a comprehensive overview of what is currently known about all six species of great apes - chimpanzee, bonobo, Sumatran orangutan, Bornean orangutan, eastern gorilla, and western gorilla. It gives a thorough background on ape behaviour and ecology for each species, including detailed habitat requirements, the apes' ecological role, and the possible consequences of their decline. Despite the dedicated efforts of many individuals and organizations, the great apes all fall into the Endangered or Critically Endangered category of the IUCN Red List. This atlas offers a full description of the threats, current conservation efforts, and additional protection needed for each species across its entire range. More Covers all six species of great apes Provides the most up-to-date and comprehensive data available More than 150 full-colour photos More than 40 full-colour maps and diagrams References online ISBN 0520246330 \| USD $45.00 or GBP £29.95 \| published September 2005 Available to purchase from Earthprint \| Also Amazon UK, Amazon US, Natural History Book Service, Barnes & Noble, University of California Press. Coming soon to the IUCN World Conservation Bookstore. Selected pages are available to preview on Google

	World Atlas of Seagrasses Seagrasses are the only marine flowering plants. A highly productive ecosystem, they are able to support a considerable biomass and diversity of associated species. For the first time the World Atlas of Seagrasses summarises the opinion and science of the world's leading experts on the global status of this unique ecosystem. A collaboration of more than 50 authors from 25 nations, this fully illustrated Atlas contains the first global and regional maps of seagrass distribution and a wealth of information on key issues facing this 'forgotten' ecosystem. More ISBN 0 520 24047 2 \| USD $60.00 or GBP £38.95 Buy from University of California Press, IUCN World Conservation Bookstore or Earthprint. Also available from Amazon UK and Amazon US.

	World Atlas of Biodiversity The World Atlas of Biodiversity is the first map-based view of the world's living resources and so addresses the remarkable growth in concern at all levels for living things and the environment. It provides a wealth of facts and figures on the importance of forests, wetlands, marine and coastal environments and other key ecosystems. The book also highlights humankind's impact on the natural world. It is the best current synthesis of the latest research and analysis by UNEP-WCMC and the conservation community worldwide - providing a comprehensive and accessible view of key global issues in biodiversity. More ISBN 0 520 23668 8 \| USD $54.95 or GBP £36.95 Buy from University of California Press, IUCN World Conservation Bookstore or Earthprint. Also available from Amazon UK and Amazon US.

	World Atlas of Coral Reefs Beautiful and highly productive, coral reefs rival even the tropical rainforests in terms of diversity. They provide a critical source of food for millions of people. Encircling tropical islands, they provide protection from the worst ravages of tropical storms. They have also become a beloved destination for those seeking solace on tropical shores, or adventure, diving into the world of the coral reef, whilst providing a new source of income and employment for some of the world's most impoverished nations. The World Atlas of Coral Reefs is an invaluable resource to be enjoyed and used by a broad audience ranging from global travellers to scientists, including all those with an interest in the natural history of coral reefs, resource managers, travel organisations and university students. The book also caters to the needs of amateur divers and boat owners as a key information resource. More ISBN 0 520 23255 0 \| USD $55.00 or GBP £35.95 Buy from University of California Press, IUCN World Conservation Bookstore or Earthprint. Also available from Amazon UK and Amazon US.

	Weltatlas der Korallen Riffe. Also available in German. Auch erhältlich auf Deutsch. ISBN 3-7688-1587-0 \| EUR €58 Buy from Delius Klasing or Amazon DE.

	Conservation Atlas of Tropical Forests The Conservation Atlas of Tropical Forest series was produced under the Tropical Forest Conservation Programme of IUCN, with much of the research, editing and map preparation done at WCMC. The Atlases provide an overview of the status of tropical forests, with discussions on their history, agricultural colonization policies and deforestation, conservation polices for plants and wildlife, protected areas and a country-by-country analysis of status and trends. Although these Atlases were produced in the early 1990s, they still provide a valuable reference source for forest conservationists and researchers. The Conservation Atlas of Tropical Forests: Asia and the Pacific (1991) ISBN 0 131 79227 X \| Buy from Amazon UK or Amazon US The Conservation Atlas of Tropical Forests: Africa (1992) ISBN 0 131 75332 0 \| Buy from Amazon UK or Amazon US The Conservation Atlas of Tropical Forests: the Americas (1995) ISBN 0 133 40886 8 \| Buy from Amazon UK or Amazon US

	World Mangrove Atlas The World Mangrove Atlas is the first significant attempt to provide an overview of the distribution of mangroves worldwide. Mapped data were gathered from a wide range of sources and synthesised into a series of regional maps. Related texts describe the species, areal extent and other summary information on the currently known status of mangroves in each country. Produced in association with the International Society for Mangrove Ecosystems (ISME) and the International Tropical Timber Organization (ITTO), The World Mangrove Atlas presents a baseline inventory of mangroves at the end of the twentieth century. ISBN 4906584039 \| Out of print