Fortin M.-J. Spatial Analysis: A Guide for Ecologists

Cambridge University Press, 2005. – 380 p. – ISBN: 0521804345, 9780521804349The number and variety of statistical techniques for spatial analysis of ecological data are burgeoning and many ecologists are unfamiliar with what is available and how the techniques should be used. This book provides an overview of the wide range of spatial statistics available to analyze ecological data, and provides advice and guidance for graduate students and practicing researchers who are either about to embark on spatial analysis in ecological studies or who have started but need guidance to proceed.Spatial analysis of population data
Spatial analysis of sample data
Spatial partitioning of regions: patch and boundary
Dealing with spatial autocorrelation
Spatio-temporal analysis
Closing comments and future directionsAppendices