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Encyclopedia of marine mammals

This thorough revision of the classic first edition 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 2nd 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
eBook, English, 2009
Academic, London, 2009
encyclopedias
1 online resource (xxxiv, 1316 pages) : illustrations (some color), maps
9780123735539, 9786611928506, 9780080919935, 012373553X, 6611928502, 0080919936
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Jennifer
we need to discuss htis
do we need ALL the aticle entry names? Hundreds
English