Butterflyfishes of the World
Author : Warren Burgess
Publisher :
Page : 842 pages
File Size : 29,84 MB
Release : 1978
Category : Nature
ISBN :
Author : Warren Burgess
Publisher :
Page : 842 pages
File Size : 29,84 MB
Release : 1978
Category : Nature
ISBN :
Author : Morgan S. Pratchett
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 48,25 MB
Release : 2013-09-11
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1466582901
Butterflyfishes (family Chaetodontidae) are a highly conspicuous component of fish fauna on coral reefs throughout the world. In light of their strong dependence on coral, they are often regarded as the epitome of coral reef fishes. This volume examines the ecology and conservation of coral reef butterflyfishes. It provides important insights on th
Author : Morgan S. Pratchett
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 15,73 MB
Release : 2013-09-11
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1466582898
Butterflyfishes (family Chaetodontidae) are a highly conspicuous component of fish fauna on coral reefs throughout the world. In light of their strong dependence on coral, they are often regarded as the epitome of coral reef fishes. This volume examines the ecology and conservation of coral reef butterflyfishes. It provides important insights on their evolution and key events and adaptations that have led to their proliferation within coral reef ecosystems. Key to the longevity of butterflyfishes is the evolution of coral-feeding—a central focus of the ecological chapters in this volume. The book also highlights key threats and challenges related to the conservation of butterflyfishes and ends with an overview of current and future research directions.
Author : Gerald R. Allen
Publisher :
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 30,94 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Chaetodontidae
ISBN :
Comprehensive guide to world's species - 83 angelfishes and 121 butterflyfishes.
Author : Irenosen Okojie
Publisher : Jacaranda Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 31,15 MB
Release : 2016-06-13
Category : Benin
ISBN : 9781909762312
A fragile outsider living in London, Joy struggles to pull the threads of her life back together after her mother's sudden death. As family secrets come to light, she unearths the ties between her mother, grandfather, the wife of the king, a fearsome warrior, and a brass head's pivotal connection to them all.
Author : Philip J. Motta
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 14,51 MB
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9400923252
Butterflyfishes of the family Chaetodontidae are conspicuous members of almost all tropical reefs. These colorful fishes have attracted a great deal of attention from both the scientific community and especially the aquarium fish industry. At first one is tempted to say that butterflyfishes are abundant worldwide, but the evidence does not support this statement. The biomass of chaetodontids on reefs may range from 0.02-0.80%, and in terms of numbers they comprise only 0.04-0.61 % of the individuals on the reef. Yet in spite of these relatively small numbers they have been extensively studied. A quick census shows some 170 articles on or about butterfly fishes, with 78% of them being published since the 1970's. Along with the cichlids and damselfishes they might be one of the most studied and well published family of tropical fishes. Why then have chaetodontids attracted so much attention? The butterflyfishes are mostly shallow water inhabitants that are approachable and easily recognizable, making their study very feasible. Their bright coloration has provoked many hypotheses but has posed more questions about coloration than it has provided answers. And despite their apparent overall morphological similarity, their highly structured and varied social systems have made them an ideal model for such studies. The reasons for choosing these organisms are indeed as diverse as the studies themselves.
Author : Roger C. Steene
Publisher :
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 36,84 MB
Release : 1978
Category : Butterflyfishes
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Author : Buddy Davis
Publisher : New Leaf Publishing Group
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 24,93 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780890514580
Ages 9 to 12 years. A must-have for any home or school library, this fascinating book highlights 30 of the most fascinating creatures in the sea. The beautiful full-colour photographs and interesting descriptions highlighting the design features of each creature make this book a must read.
Author : Roger C. Steene
Publisher :
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 30,77 MB
Release : 1978
Category : Chaetodontidae
ISBN :
Author : John E. Randall
Publisher : University of Hawaii Press
Page : 439 pages
File Size : 33,44 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780824818081
The Sultanate of Oman, at the southeastern corner of the Arabian Peninsula, borders on three different bodies of Ocean: the Arabian Sea, the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Gulf. This beautifully illustrated book is the first to bring the diverse inshore fish fauna of Oman under one cover. Recent fieldwork by the author and colleagues has increased the number of known shore fishes (defined as those occurring in less than 200 metres) to 930, all of which are treated in this volume. A surprising 52 new species of inshore fishes of Oman (four of which required new generic names) were collected during the recent fieldwork; these had to be described in scientific papers to make the names available for this book. All of the species are illustrated, mostly in colour. The family and species accounts are written to be understood by the layman (a glossary and diagrams are provided to explain scientific terms), but with enough detail and references to serve the needs of professional biologists. Coastal Fishes of Oman will promote appreciation of the unique fish fauna of Oman, provide a much-needed inventory of this invaluable resource, and form the basis for future fisheries management.