The Atlantic Walrus Multidisciplinary Insights into Human Animal Interactions 1st Edition by Xénia Keighley, Morten Tange Olsen, Peter Jordan, Sean PA Desjardins ISBN 9780128174302 0128174307

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ISBN 10: 0128174307
ISBN 13: 9780128174302
Author: Xénia Keighley, Morten Tange Olsen, Peter Jordan, Sean PA Desjardins

The Atlantic Walrus: Multidisciplinary insights into human-animal interactions addresses the key dimensions of long-term human walrus interactions across the Atlantic Arctic and subarctic regions, over the past millennia. This book brings together research from across the social and natural sciences to explore walrus biology, human culture, environmental conditions and their reciprocal effects. Together, 13 chapters of this book reconstruct the early evolution of walruses, walrus biology, the cultural significance and ecological impact of prehistoric and indigenous hunting practices, as well as the effects of commercial hunting and international trade. This book also examines historic and ongoing management strategies and, the importance of new research methodologies in revealing hitherto unknown details of the past, and concludes by discussing the future for Atlantic walruses in the face of climate change and increased human activities in the Arctic.

This volume is an ideal resource for those who are seeking to understand an iconic Arctic species and its long and complex relationship with humans. This includes individuals and researchers with a personal or professional connection to walruses or the Arctic, as well as marine biologists, zoologists, conservationists, paleontologists, archaeologists, anthropologists, historians, indigenous communities, natural resource managers and government agencies.

• Provides succinct overviews of the biology of the Atlantic Walrus (Odobenus rosmarus rosmarus) as well as human cultures within the North Atlantic Arctic and the surrounding region by consolidating research which until now has been scattered across fields and academic publications
• Editorial team of inter-disciplinary researchers ensuring the breadth, depth and integration of material covered throughout the volume
• Thirteen chapters, each authored by leading international researchers and experts on the Atlantic Walrus
• Considers the inter-relatedness and complexity of species biology, ecological change, human culture, and anthropogenic pressures onto the Atlantic Walrus, all while remaining accessible to readers from different disciplines or a more generalist audience
• Draws upon the latest methods in marine mammal and archaeological research
• Assesses historical management of the species, while also considering current and future conservation efforts in light of human activities and climate change
• Text supported by striking and insightful new maps and scientific illustrations, ideal for teaching and outreach

The Atlantic Walrus Multidisciplinary Insights into Human Animal Interactions 1st Edition Table of contents:

Chapter 1. Introduction

Section I: Atlantic walrus evolution, ecology and behaviour

Chapter 2. The surprising evolutionary heritage of the Atlantic walrus as chronicled by the fossil record

Abstract

Chapter Outline

Introduction

Occurrence, preservation and fossil record

Phylogenetic relationships of Odobenidae

The ‘Imagotariines’: The first walruses

The Dusignathinae: Double-tusked walruses

Odobeninae: The ‘true’ walruses

Trends in walrus evolution and paleobiology

Walrus biogeography and diversity

Conservation paleobiology of Odobenus rosmarus

Acknowledgements

References

Chapter 3. Ecology and behavior of Atlantic walruses

Abstract

Chapter Outline

Introduction

Systematics and general appearance

Distribution and numbers

Habitat requirements

Morphology

Reproduction and life history

Behaviour

Diet and foraging behaviour

Competitors, predators and pathogens

Conclusion

References

Chapter 4. Stocks, distribution and abundance

Abstract

Chapter Outline

Introduction

Distribution and abundance by region

Abundance estimation of walrus

Tagging of walruses with satellite transmitters

Perspectives

References

Section II: Walruses and Indigenous peoples

Chapter 5. Pre-Inuit walrus use in Arctic Canada and Greenland, c.2500 BCE to 1250 CE

Abstract

Chapter Outline

Introduction

Characteristics of walrus ivory

Pre-Dorset walrus use

Dorset walrus use

Discussion and conclusions

References

Subsistence walrus hunting in Inuit Nunangat (Arctic Canada) and Kalaallit Nunaat (Greenland) from the 13th century CE to present

Abstract

Chapter Outline

Introduction

Walrus hunting in Inuit Nunangat

Walrus hunting in Greenland

Walruses and Inuit cosmology

Conclusion

Acknowledgements

References

Section III: European walrus use from the Norse to present

Chapter 7. Early European and Greenlandic walrus hunting: Motivations, techniques and practices

Abstract

Chapter Outline

Introduction

Othere’s northern travels: Early descriptions of the walrus ivory trade

Norse exploitation of Icelandic walrus stocks

Motivations for the Norse settlement of Greenland

The organisation of Norse walrus hunting expeditions in Greenland

Norse hunting methods

The economic significance of walrus hunting to Greenlandic Norse society

The processing of walrus ivory in Norse Greenland

Human–walrus interactions in Norse belief

The final ivory exports from Greenland

References

Chapter 8. The exploitation of walrus ivory in medieval Europe

Abstract

Chapter Outline

Introduction

The medieval use of walrus ivory

Sources and networks

Medieval European knowledge of the walrus

Discussion: causes and consequences

Acknowledgements

References

Chapter 9. Modern European commercial walrus exploitation, 1700 to 1960 CE

Abstract

Chapter Outline

Introduction

Walrus hunting methods

Boats used for hunting

Products of walrus hunting

The economy of hunts

Economics of ship-based walrus hunting

Historical harvests by geographical area

Conclusion

References

Section IV: Future directions and innovations in Atlantic walrus research

Chapter 10. Molecular advances in archaeological and biological research on Atlantic walrus

Abstract

Chapter Outline

Introduction

Population genetics

Stable isotopes and fatty acids

Future perspectives in genetics, stable isotopes and fatty acids research

References

Chapter 11. Atlantic walrus management, regulation and conservation

Abstract

Chapter Outline

Introduction

Range-state summaries

Regional management advice

Management challenges and ongoing needs

Conclusion

References

Chapter 12. Anthropogenic impacts on the Atlantic walrus

Abstract

Chapter Outline

Introduction

The walrus’ vulnerability to disturbance

Historical and current hunting

Walrus–fishery interactions

Potential negative effects of commercial shipping activities

Reaction to aircraft

Negative effects of oil, gas and mining activities

Pollution from terrestrial industrial sources

Tourism and recreational activities

General conclusions and recommendations

Acknowledgements

References

Chapter 13. The future of Atlantic walrus in a rapidly warming Arctic

Abstract

Chapter Outline

Introduction

Responses to declining sea ice: The contrasting Pacific and Atlantic scenarios

How tolerant are walruses to rising temperatures?

Effects of climatic changes on marine productivity and benthos?

Will exposure to pathogens increase?

Increased predation risks

Ultraviolet radiation

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