Book Description
Presents full-color photographs and illustrations of a wide variety of whales, dolphins, and other marine mammals around the world; and contains information on their habitats, physical characteristics, and behaviors.
Author : Hadoram Shirihai
Publisher :
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 45,24 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Nature
ISBN :
Presents full-color photographs and illustrations of a wide variety of whales, dolphins, and other marine mammals around the world; and contains information on their habitats, physical characteristics, and behaviors.
Author : Betty Rowlands
Publisher : Severn House
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 32,8 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Christian antiquities
ISBN : 9780727877291
It is an average day at the Mariners Hotel until Professor Lamont arrives late & breathless for a meeting with the guest in Room 106, where the crumpled figure of Doctor Whistler, an archaeologist, is found lying on the floor in a pool of blood.
Author : Randall R. Reeves
Publisher : Knopf
Page : 534 pages
File Size : 22,80 MB
Release : 2002-04-02
Category : Nature
ISBN :
A guide that includes information about habitat, basic breeding, and a wild range of information about animals.
Author : Randall R. Reeves
Publisher : Christopher Helm Publishers, Incorporated
Page : 527 pages
File Size : 32,40 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Marine mammals
ISBN : 9780713663341
"An illustrated glossary of terms and an index of species names complete the guide. Illustrations, photographs, and clearly written text combine to make this an indispensable reference source for sea mammal watchers and anyone interested in the natural world."--BOOK JACKET.
Author : William F. Perrin
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 1355 pages
File Size : 24,69 MB
Release : 2009-02-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080919936
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
Author : Jerry Pallotta
Publisher : Charlesbridge Publishing
Page : 35 pages
File Size : 34,41 MB
Release : 2019-02-12
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1632898020
With his signature humor and amazing facts, best-selling author Jerry Pallotta offers a creature that lives in the ocean and needs air to breathe for every letter of the alphabet. Meet dozens of sea mammals--and a few bonus animals--in this beautifully and accurately illustrated alphabet book. In typical Jerry Pallotta style, the text is funny and engaging and often speaks directly to the reader to keep kids entertained and learning with every page turn. General facts about sea mammals are sprinkled throughout the text.
Author : Annalisa Berta
Publisher :
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 49,9 MB
Release : 2020-03-31
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0520355520
The life and evolutionary times of marine mammals, from giant whales and sea cows that originated 55 million years ago whose ancestors walked on land, to deep diving elephant seals and clam-eating walruses of modern times.
Author : Juan Carlos Alonso
Publisher : Walter Foster Jr
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 37,52 MB
Release : 2018-10-30
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1633225178
Animal Journal: Marine Animals of the World guides readers on an exploration of the world's most fascinating marine animals, from the adorable sea lion to the majestic killer whale. Young naturalists will explore different habitats, both near and far, from the icebergs in the arctic to the depths of the Pacific Ocean. This naturalist's notebook gives budding biologists the opportunity to explore new and unfamiliar species of mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and cephalopods they may not otherwise see in person, along with well-known and favorite marine animals. Marine Animals of the World features gorgeous and detailed illustrations that paint a realistic picture of many marine animals, and highlights the subtle differences between the subspecies. This guide to the undersea world also provides fascinating facts about each featured marine animal, including its scientific name, average size, habitat, diet, and other details. From sea turtles to bottlenose dolphins and sharks, adventure awaits as explorers travel across the globe to catch a glimpse of the world's most wondrous marine animals.
Author : Nicholas Gales
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 468 pages
File Size : 35,90 MB
Release : 2003-10-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 0643099263
Marine Mammals: Fisheries, Tourism and Management Issues brings together contributions from 68 leading scientists from 12 countries to provide a comprehensive, up-to-date review on the way we manage our interactions with whales, dolphins, seals and dugongs. The book examines how we have fared conserving the world’s marine mammal populations, with a focus on the key issues of fisheries and tourism. From a unique southern hemisphere perspective, the authors consider how science informs the culling debate, how wild fisheries and aquaculture interact with marine mammal populations and how we might manage the effects of whale, dolphin and seal watching industries. The authors also address other issues such as the way in which ethics, genetics, acoustics, ecosystem models and pollution influence the management and conservation of marine mammals. Marine Mammals is an invaluable and accessible resource for all those involved with marine mammals, including scientists, managers, policy makers, industry representatives and students. Winner of a 2004 Whitley Award.
Author : George S. Fichter
Publisher : Random House (NY)
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 23,99 MB
Release : 1991-12
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780307640758
A brief survey of the major groups and species of marine mammals which rank among the most intelligent of all animals.