Publications [#362265] of Thomas T Struhsaker

Books

1. Struhsaker, TT, Ecology of an African rain forest: logging in Kibale and the conflict between conservation and exploitation (December, 1997), ISBN 0813014905
   (last updated on 2025/06/15)

   Abstract:
   The author summarizes 20 years of research in the Kibale forest in Uganda. The main body of the book demonstrates the adverse effects of logging on community structure and other aspects of forest ecology. The author provides evidence that future logging must be done at far lower intensities than is currently the norm, if intact ecosystems are to be maintained. Detailed recommendations for harvest plans compatible with the conservation of biodiversity and ecological integrity are outlined. Struhsaker addresses the underlying causes of tropical deforestation and concludes that although there are numerous proximate factors, the ultimate causes are rapidly increasing human populations and rates of consumption per capita. Comparisons with relevant studies elsewhere in the tropics are drawn and specific recommendations to address the problems are offered.