Protecting Endangered Species in the United States: Biological Needs, Political Realities, Economic Choices

Protecting Endangered Species in the United States is a collection of original papers by economists, biologists and political scientists with a common theme--protecting species at risk while safeguarding social order is a policy challenge that entangles biology, politics, and economics. The volume begins by assessing the biological needs that define the endangered species problem. The authors then explore the political realities that delimit the debate--who pays the costs and receives the benefits, and how interest groups affect species protection. The book addresses the economic choices that must be confronted for effective protection strategies including incentive schemes to promote preservation on public and private land.

Author: Jason F. Shogren
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 05/21/2001
Pages: 438
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.61lbs
Size: 8.80h x 6.84w x 1.14d
ISBN: 9780521662109

Review Citation(s):
Choice 05/01/2002 pg. 1612