Reader's Digest Book of the Great Barrier Reef
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Publisher :
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 11,96 MB
Release : 1984
Category : Coral reef biology
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Author :
Publisher :
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 11,96 MB
Release : 1984
Category : Coral reef biology
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Publisher : Reader's Digest Association
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 40,38 MB
Release : 1988
Category : Science
ISBN :
Plant life and animal life are discussed plus a guided tour of the reef in this handsomely illustrated volume.
Author : Pat Hutchings
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 21,22 MB
Release : 2008-11-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 0643099972
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park is 344 400 square kilometres in size and is home to one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. This comprehensive guide describes the organisms and ecosystems of the Great Barrier Reef, as well as the biological, chemical and physical processes that influence them. Contemporary pressing issues such as climate change, coral bleaching, coral disease and the challenges of coral reef fisheries are also discussed. In addition,the book includes a field guide that will help people to identify the common animals and plants on the reef, then to delve into the book to learn more about the roles the biota play. Beautifully illustrated and with contributions from 33 international experts, The Great Barrier Reef is a must-read for the interested reef tourist, student, researcher and environmental manager. While it has an Australian focus, it can equally be used as a baseline text for most Indo-Pacific coral reefs. Winner of a Whitley Certificate of Commendation for 2009.
Author : Paddy Ryan
Publisher : University of Hawaii Press
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 40,4 MB
Release : 1994-06-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780824816056
"This book with its easy-to-follow chapter "Learning to Snorkel" is ideal for the novice on the coral reef. It is also an invaluable resource for the more experienced snorkeller. Subsequent chapters deal with the coral animals and reef structure, the plants, worms, mollusks, echinoderms, crustacea, fishes, and reptiles. First aid and photographic hints are also covered. The more than 200 color photographs have substantial captions detailing unusual or interesting features of the plant and animal life of the reef ecosystem. Looking at the book's gorgeous photos of fantastic coral formations and exotic sea creatures will be enough to lure you into the water with a mask and snorkel... Valuable to ocean lovers anywhere." --Honolulu Star-Bulletin
Author : Charles Birkeland
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 15,57 MB
Release : 1990-09-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780849365997
The purpose of this book is to provide an organized compilation of information and techniques for all aspects of the biology and management of the Acanthaster planci species. This extraordinary coral predator has greater effects on coral reef communities than any other animal species. It can cause mortality of hard corals over large areas and have indirect effects that extend through the trophic levels of the reef community. This volume features A planci as an animal with a unique combination of morphological, physiological, and life history characteristics that contribute to its potential for major ecological impacts. It provides detailed techniques for disparate aspects of research and management (e.g., raising the animal through all life history stages, calculating growth curves, and treating victims of spinings). Chapters cover methods for surveys, tagging, and control of A. planci, in addition to an assessment of the advantages and disadvantages of each method. The extensive subject index includes more than 1,000 references to A. planci and a BASIC program for estimating coral recovery after predation by the starfish. Acanthaster planci: Major Management Problem of Coral Reefs is an essential reference for all coral reef managers and researchers.
Author : Tony Wheeler
Publisher : Lonely Planet
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 29,44 MB
Release : 1990
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780864420312
Author : Klaus Rohde
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 592 pages
File Size : 12,6 MB
Release : 2005-09-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 0643099271
This comprehensive, authoritative and up-to-date work provides the definitive overview of marine parasites worldwide. It is an invaluable reference for students and researchers in parasitology and marine biology and will also be of interest to ecologists, aquaculturists and invertebrate biologists. Initial chapters review the diversity and basic biology of the different groups of marine parasites, discussing their morphology, life cycles, infection mechanisms and effects on hosts. The ecology and importance of marine parasites are discussed in the second part of the book, where contributions investigate behavioural and ecological aspects of parasitism and discuss the evolution and zoogeography of marine parasites. In addition, the economic, environmental and medical significance of these organisms is outlined, particularly their importance in aquaculture and their effects on marine mammals and birds. Written by an international team of contributors, the emphasis is on a thorough grounding in marine parasitology combined with reviews of novel concepts and cutting-edge research.
Author : Hugh Finlay
Publisher :
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 37,58 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9780864425638
The Great Barrier Reef is one of the world's natural wonders, a stunning ocean wonderland of bright corals, exotic marine life and dotted with idyllic tropical islands. Whatever your budget or the activities you want to enjoy - diving, snorkeling, hiking or just lying on the beach - this comprehensive guide will help you find your own tropical paradise.
Author : Mead & Beckett Publishing
Publisher : Random House Incorporated
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 31,33 MB
Release : 1984
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780949819413
A complete picture of life on Australia's phenomenal Great Barrier Reef. Over 800 full colour photographs are included.
Author : Walter H. Adey
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 684 pages
File Size : 35,7 MB
Release : 1991-08-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 032313792X
Dynamic Aquaria is the outgrowth of years of research aimed at studying how to accurately model and construct living ecosystems in mesocosms, microcosms, and aquaria. It is a unique book, presenting scientifically sound information for a growing new area of science--synthetic ecology, or the construction of living ecosystems. At the same time, the authors present thoughtful perspectives on how knowledge gained by creating these smaller ecosystems helps us to understand our wild ecosystems and biosphere as a whole.For the scientist:n This book presents an array of new approaches, some revolutionary, to the development and operation of experimental ecosystemsFor the professional aquarist: n This book demonstrates the ever-expanding possibilities for creating functioning ecosystems for educational displayFor the hobbyist: n The book demonstrates the practical potential for building and operating true, "natural" ecosystems, rather than artificial habitats that house a few selected organisms