Marine Mammals of Svalbard
Author : Kit M. Kovacs
Publisher :
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 31,65 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Marine mammals
ISBN :
Birds and Mammals of Svalbard
Author : Kit M. Kovacs
Publisher :
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 24,19 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Birds
ISBN : 9788276662313
Book Description
Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals
Author : William F. Perrin
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 1355 pages
File Size : 10,38 MB
Release : 2009-02-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080919936
Book Description
This thorough revision of the classic Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals brings this authoritative book right up-to-date. Articles describe every species in detail, based on the very latest taxonomy, and a host of biological, ecological and sociological aspects relating to marine mammals. The latest information on the biology, ecology, anatomy, behavior and interactions with man is provided by a cast of expert authors – all presented in such detail and clarity to support both marine mammal specialists and the serious naturalist. Fully referenced throughout and with a fresh selection of the best color photographs available, the long-awaited second edition remains at the forefront as the go-to reference on marine mammals. - More than 20% NEW MATERIAL includes articles on Climate Change, Pacific White-sided Dolphins, Sociobiology, Habitat Use, Feeding Morphology and more - Over 260 articles on the individual species with topics ranging from anatomy and behavior, to conservation, exploitation and the impact of global climate change on marine mammals - New color illustrations show every species and document topical articles FROM THE FIRST EDITION "This book is so good...a bargain, full of riches...packed with fascinating up to date information. I recommend it unreservedly it to individuals, students, and researchers, as well as libraries." --Richard M. Laws, MARINE MAMMALS SCIENCE "...establishes a solid and satisfying foundation for current study and future exploration" --Ronald J. Shusterman, SCIENCE
Marine Mammals
Author : Annalisa Berta
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 575 pages
File Size : 45,27 MB
Release : 2005-12-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080489346
Book Description
Berta and Sumich have succeeded yet again in creating superior marine reading! This book is a succinct yet comprehensive text devoted to the systematics, evolution, morphology, ecology, physiology, and behavior of marine mammals. The first edition, considered the leading text in the field, is required reading for all marine biologists concerned with marine mammals. Revisions include updates of citations, expansion of nearly every chapter and full color photographs. This title continues the tradition by fully expanding and updating nearly all chapters. - Comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the biology of all marine mammals - Provides a phylogenetic framework that integrates phylogeny with behavior and ecology - Features chapter summaries, further readings, an appendix, glossary and an extensive bibliography - Exciting new color photographs and additional distribution maps
Cruise Handbook for Svalbard
Author : Øystein Overrein
Publisher :
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 15,2 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Svalbard (Norway)
ISBN : 9788276662863
Book Description
Marine Mammals
Author : Annalisa Berta
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 739 pages
File Size : 40,11 MB
Release : 2015-03-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 0123972574
Book Description
Marine Mammals: Evolutionary Biology, Third Edition is a succinct, yet comprehensive text devoted to the systematics, evolution, morphology, ecology, physiology, and behavior of marine mammals. Earlier editions of this valuable work are considered required reading for all marine biologists concerned with marine mammals, and this text continues that tradition of excellence with updated citations and an expansion of nearly every chapter that includes full color photographs and distribution maps. - Comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the biology of all marine mammals - Provides a phylogenetic framework that integrates phylogeny with behavior and ecology - Features chapter summaries, further readings, an appendix, glossary and an extensive bibliography - Exciting new color photographs and additional distribution maps
Marine Mammals
Author : Peter G.H. Evans
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 629 pages
File Size : 20,48 MB
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 1461505291
Book Description
Interest in marine mammals has increased dramatically in the last few decades, as evidenced by the number of books, scientific papers, and conferences devoted to these animals. Nowadays, a conference on marine mammals can attract between one and two thousand scientists from around the world. This upsurge of interest has resulted in a body of knowledge which, in many cases, has identified major conservation problems facing particular species. At the same time, this knowledge and the associated activities of environmental organisations have served to introduce marine mammals to a receptive public, to the extent that they are now perceived by many as the living icons of biodiversity conservation. Much of the impetus for the current interest in marine mammal conservation comes from "Save the Whale" campaigns started in the 1960s by environmental groups around the world, in response to declining whale populations after over-exploitation by humans. This public pressure led to an international moratorium on whaling recommended in 1972 by the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment in Stockholm, Sweden, and eventually adopted by the International Whaling Commission ten years later. This moratorium largely holds sway to this day, and further protective measures have included the delimitation of extensive areas of the Indian Ocean (1979) and Southern Ocean (1994) as whale sanctuaries.
A Catalogue of the Terrestrial and Marine Animals of Svalbard
Author : Pål Prestrud
Publisher :
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 49,36 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Animals
ISBN :
Book Description
Marine Mammals Ashore
Author : Joseph R. Geraci
Publisher : National Aquarium in Baltimore
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 43,25 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Marine mammals
ISBN : 0977460908
Book Description
Comprehensive manual for understanding and carrying out marine mammal rescue activities for stranded seals, manatees, dolphins, whales, or sea otters.
Ecosystem Barents Sea
Author : Egil Sakshaug
Publisher : Tapir Academic Press
Page : 596 pages
File Size : 17,13 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9788251924610
Book Description
This book describes the marine ecosystem of the Barents Sea, located north of Norway and Russia as part of the Arctic Ocean. Basic knowledge is presented about components of the ecosystem from virus and bacteria via plankton and fish to seabirds through to marine mammals and their interactions with the physical environment. Ecosystem dynamics are given a prominent role in the book. Mathematical models of the plankton and important fish stocks are employed to help elucidate the interplay between populations and trophic levels. The situation regarding contaminants is reviewed, as is the newly established Norwegian plan for the management of the Barents Sea. The impact of global warming is also discussed. Ecosystem Barents Sea is written for all those with an interest in marine ecology in the arctic seas, including research institutes, governmental ecosystem management units, and natural resources organizations.
