conservation

an occurrence of improvement by virtue of preventing loss or injury or other change the preservation and careful management of the environment and of natural resources (physics) the maintenance of a certain quantities unchanged during chemical reactions or physical transformations

In taxonomy, the rule of conservation aims to retain names which lead to stable nomenclature. This means that names that were published prior to a conserved name will not prevail for the naming of the name of the described taxon.The International Code of Botanical Nomenclature St. Louis code defines a valid publication as:

Article 29.1. Publication is effected, under this Code, only by distribution of printed matter (through sale, exchange, or gift) to the general public or at least to botanical institutions with libraries accessible to botanists generally. It is not effected by communication of new names at a public meeting, by the placing of names in collections or gardens open to the public, by the issue of microfilm made from manuscripts, typescripts or other unpublished material, by publication online, or by dissemination of distributable electronic media.

External links -

bgbm.org - the St Louis codeCategory: scientific nomenclature

Siegl's Bookstore
Books on restoration, conservation, museology, on crafts and architecture
http://www.siegl.de/

New Zealand Birds, Nga Manu o Aotearoa
Descriptions of New Zealand's birds together with a news journal, places to go birding and other bird emphemera
http://www.nzbirds.com/

Nature in Art - Larmer Tree Studio
Stunning Wildlife Art, Fine Art Prints & Greetings Cards direct from U.K Wildlife Artist Susan Shimeld, Larmer Tree Studio. Realistic Wildlife Paintings, Animals, Birds, Pets, Portraits. Wildlife Art for Nature Conservation. Nature in Art @ Studio Prices
http://www.natureinart.com/

Merchant's House Museum
New York City's only family home preserved intact -- inside and out -- from the 19th century.
http://www.merchantshouse.org/

Island Oceanography Network
We wish with this website to continue Darwin’s and Wallace’s legacy and to promote the discussion in scientific issues particularly in regard to small islands oceanography
http://www.islandoceanography.org/

ReefDoctor.Org
UK-based, not-for-profit organisation conducting marine research, education and conservation work on the coral reefs of SW Madagascar needs voluntary research assistants!! Living in a fishing village you’ll learn marine species identification, underwater survey techniques and complete important research and conservation projects with the fishing community and a team of local and international scientists. Must be PADI Open Water diver, have minimal dive equipment (BCD and regulator set provided by ReefDoctor) and able to commit for 6 to 12 weeks. Next expedition is 30th August 2006 Email info@reefdoctor.org for more info
http://www.reefdoctor.org/

Romoe : Conservators Portal
Romoe™ is an internatinal portal for restorers and prospective customers in the range art and care of monuments. We offer information to the topics: Restorer, curator, restoration and preservation methods, history of art and culture, care of monuments and monument protection.
http://www.romoe.net

Wild Spain
Information on Nature and Outdoor Travel in Spain
http://www.wild-spain.com/

Spirit of the Sage Council
Nonprofit conservation group activly defending endangered species and habitats, with offices in Pasadena, CA and Carthage, NC. National leader in opposing the take or killing of endangered species in Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs)and Natural Communities Conservation Planning (NCCPs). Enforces environmental laws and challenges government policies (No Surprises)for endangered species.
http://www.sagecouncil.com/

Care for the Wild International
Care for the Wild International (CWI) promotes the conservation and welfare of wildlife in Britain and abroad, particularly Africa and Asia. CFTWI provides fast, direct practical aid to animals in need by helping to make areas safe from poachers, rehabilitating sick or injured animals and providing sanctuary for individuals who cannot return to the wild. The charity also acts as a global voice for wildlife through education and by changing attitudes and promoting awareness amongst local communities and policy makers.
http://www.careforthewild.com/

Seymour Salmonid Society
The Seymour Salmonid Society runs the Seymour River Fish Hatchery and Education Centre. It holds educational classes on conservation, fish life cycle and create much needed fish habitat.
http://www.seymoursalmon.com

Perception International
Perception is dedicated to the concept that, just as biodiversity is necessary for the survival of the environment, different ways of perceiving reality are essential for the survival of the human species. In promotion of this belief, Perception works with indigenous people, furthers environmental and wildlife conservation, and promotes biological, perceptual and cultural diversity. One of our primary goals is to educate the public by providing new perspectives on these issues and their inter-relationships. Perception's projects use photography, video, writing, educational workshops and other inter-disciplinary approaches.
http://www.perceptionintl.org/

Pandas International
Pandas International is dedicated to panda research and presevation to ensure the survival of the panda into the next millenium.
http://www.pandasinternational.org/

Bird Photography Harri Vainola
Birds as individual beings.
http://www.harrivainolaphoto.com/

Global Adventure Challenges
Charity challenges and adventures to destinations including Peru, China, Canada, Everest, Europe, Grand Canyon and Borneo to name but a few.
http://www.globaladv.org/

Conservation On-Line
A project of the Preservation Department of Stanford University Libraries. A full text library of conservation information, covering a wide spectrum of topics of interest to those involved with the conservation of library, archives and museum materials.
http://palimpsest.stanford.edu/

IUCN - The World Conservation Union
The worlds largest conservation organisation, with over 900 governmental and non-governmental members from 138 countries.
http://www.iucn.org/