Author : Brian Morton
Publisher : Hong Kong University Press
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 25,56 MB
Release : 2003-06-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789622096370
This is the annual journal of the Marine Biological Association of Hong Kong. It contains papers on marine subjects of interest to all Asian biologists.
Author : Nicholas Brown
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 389 pages
File Size : 28,83 MB
Release : 2015-11-04
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 111900585X
Sea urchins and sea cucumbers are highly sought after delicacies growing in popularity globally. The demand for these species is rapidly outpacing natural stocks, and researchers and seafood industry personnel are now looking towards aquaculture as a means of providing a sustainable supply of these organism. Echinoderm Aquaculture is a practical reference on the basic biology and current culture practices for a wide range of geographically diverse echinoderm species. Echinoderm Aquaculture begins by examining the basic ecology and biology of sea urchins and sea cucumbers as well as the breadth of uses of these organisms as a source of food and bioactive compound. Subsequent chapters delineate the specific species of interest invarious geographic regions from around the world. Together, chapters provide a comprehensive coverage of culture practices. Echinoderm Aquaculture is a practical reference for researchers and industry personnel, and will serve as an invaluable resource to this rapidly growing segment of the aquaculture industry.
Author : Eric Wolanski
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 534 pages
File Size : 17,72 MB
Release : 2006-01-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402036545
Urbanization has reached unprecedented levels in the estuarine and coastal zone, particularly in the Asia Pacific region where mega-cities and mega-harbours are still growing. This book demonstrates the different solutions and pitfalls, successes and failures in a large number of ports and harbours in the Asia Pacific Region, and shows how science can provide ecologically sustainable solutions that apply wherever the growth of mega-harbours occurs.
Author : Eleanor Jane Sterling
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 443 pages
File Size : 21,70 MB
Release : 2008-10-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0300128215
A country uncommonly rich in plants, animals, and natural habitats, the Socialist Republic of Vietnam shelters a significant portion of the world’s biological diversity, including rare and unique organisms and an unusual mixture of tropical and temperate species. This book is the first comprehensive account of Vietnam’s natural history in English. Illustrated with maps, photographs, and thirty-five original watercolor illustrations, the book offers a complete tour of the country’s plants and animals along with a full discussion of the factors shaping their evolution and distribution. Separate chapters focus on northern, central, and southern Vietnam, regions that encompass tropics, subtropics, mountains, lowlands, wetland and river regions, delta and coastal areas, and offshore islands. The authors provide detailed descriptions of key natural areas to visit, where a traveler might explore limestone caves or glimpse some of the country’s twenty-seven monkey and ape species and more than 850 bird species. The book also explores the long history of humans in the country, including the impact of the Vietnam-American War on plants and animals, and describes current efforts to conserve Vietnam’s complex, fragile, and widely threatened biodiversity.
Author : R. N. Gibson
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 566 pages
File Size : 34,29 MB
Release : 2007-06-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 142005094X
Reflecting the increasing interest in the field and its relevance in global environmental issues, Oceanography and Marine Biology: An Annual Review provides authoritative reviews that summarize results of recent research in basic areas of marine research, exploring topics of special and topical importance while adding to new areas as they arise. This volume, part of a series that regards the all marine sciences as a complete unit, features contributions from experts involved in biological, chemical, geological, and physical aspects of marine science. Including a full color insert and an extensive reference list, the text is an essential reference for researchers and students in all fields of marine science.
Author : S. J. Hawkins
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 489 pages
File Size : 21,46 MB
Release : 2017-11-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 1351987585
Ever-increasing interest in oceanography and marine biology and their relevance to global environmental issues create a demand for authoritative reviews summarizing the results of recent research. Oceanography and Marine Biology: An Annual Review has catered to this demand since its founding by the late Harold Barnes more than 50 years ago. Its objectives are to consider, annually, the basic areas of marine research, returning to them when appropriate in future volumes; to deal with subjects of special and topical importance; and to add new subjects as they arise. The favourable reception and complimentary reviews accorded to all the volumes shows that the series is fulfilling a very real need. Volume 55 follows closely the objectives and style of the earlier volumes, continuing to regard the marine sciences—with all their various aspects—as a unity. Physical, chemical, and biological aspects of marine science are dealt with by experts actively engaged in these fields, and every chapter is peer-reviewed by other experts working actively in the specific areas of interest. Chapters 3, 4, 5, and 6 of this book are freely available as downloadable Open Access PDFs at http://www.taylorfrancis.com under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license.
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Publisher :
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 28,19 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Marine biology
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Author : Simmonds, M.P
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 27,73 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0763783447
The charismatic mammals that live in the ocean are a constant source of interest, both for scientists and our society at large. Their biology, behavior, and conservation are of utmost importance, as a vast number of species are currently threatened. Intended for the upper-level undergraduate or graduate student within biology, marine biology, or conservation/environmental science, An Introduction to Marine Mammal Biology and Conservation provides a broad introduction to marine mammal biology using cutting edge information and student-friendly learning tools. The text begins with chapters on the evolution and classification of marine mammals and their general biology. It moves on to discuss the behavior and ecology of different groups of marine mammals, such as polar bears, otters, and cetaceans. Part 3 dives into many different conservation issues facing marine mammals, as well as discussions on how they can be addressed. Closing chapters provide information on how scientists study marine mammals, how society can enjoy observing the animals while making sure they are preserved, and a word to students looking to pursue a career with marine mammals.
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Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 365 pages
File Size : 43,69 MB
Release : 2003-10-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 008049370X
This new volume of Advances in Marine Biology contains reviews on a wide range of important subjects such as: Benthic foraminifera (Protista) and Deep-Water Palaeoceanography; Breeding Biology of the Intertidal Sand Crab Emerita (Decapoda, Anomura); Coral Bleaching and Fatty acid trophic markers in the marine environment. Advances in Marine Biology has been providing in-depth and up-to-date reviews on all aspects of Marine Biology since 1963 -- over 40 years of outstanding coverage! The series is well-known for both its the excellence of its reviews as well as the strength of its thematic volumes devoted to a particular field in detail, such as 'The Biochemical Ecology of Marine Fishes' and 'Molluscan Radiation'. - Series Encompasses 40 Years of Coverage - Up-to-date Reviews on Wide-Ranging Topics
Author : Brian Morton
Publisher : Hong Kong University Press
Page : 868 pages
File Size : 14,91 MB
Release : 2003-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789622096417
Here, eminent marine scientists and local researchers who have attended the workshops express their views on the many changes in Hong Kong's surrounding waters.
