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Sharks of the World

A Complete Guide
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Sharks of the World is a comprehensive guide exploring the diverse species of sharks in our oceans. The book combines scientific insights with vibrant illustrations to describe each species, their habits, and habitats. It's an engaging resource for both enthusiasts and professionals interested in the fascinating realm of sharks.
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Format: Hardback
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by marine life and eager to dive into the mysteries of sharks. It's a comprehensive guide that offers in-depth insights into the diverse world of sharks, blending scientific information with captivating illustrations. Whether you're a marine biologist, an enthusiast, or simply intrigued by ocean predators, this work offers a compelling exploration of these fascinating creatures from experts in the field.

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Sharks of the World

The most comprehensive reference guide to the world's sharks - now fully revised and updated

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The most comprehensive reference guide to the world's sharks - now fully revised and updated

Sharks of the World is the essential illustrated guide for anyone interested in these magnificent creatures. Now fully revised and updated, it covers more than 525 of the world's shark species and is packed with colour illustrations, colour photos, and informative diagrams.

This comprehensive, easy-to-use reference guide incorporates the latest taxonomic revisions of many shark families, featuring many species that were only described in recent years. It also includes a completely revised and expanded introduction and updated line drawings throughout.

Key features include:

  • Covers more than 525 shark species from around the world
  • Features updated species accounts, illustrations and maps
  • Gives an illustrated overview of shark biology, ecology and conservation
  • Includes fin identification guides
  • Provides a colour distribution map for every species

Series: Wild Nature Press

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Sharks of the World is highly praised for its detailed coverage and captivating illustrations that both advance the understanding of, and passion for, shark conservation. As a thorough reference, it appeals to marine biologists, divers, and shark enthusiasts, offering comprehensive knowledge while inspiring a commitment to preserving these remarkable creatures. The book is celebrated as an authoritative and visually stunning resource that contributes significantly to the study and conservation of sharks.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780691205991

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 20 July 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Princeton University Press

Illustration: 2,000+ color illus., photos, maps, and diagrams.

Contributors:

  • Foreword by Rima Jabado

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 608

About the Author

David A. Ebert is program director of the Pacific Shark Research Center and a research faculty member at Moss Landing Marine Laboratories. Twitter @lostsharksguy Instagram @lostsharkguy Marc Dando is a scientific illustrator and publisher whose books include Guide to the Manta and Devil Rays of the World and A Pocket Guide to Sharks of the World (both Princeton). Twitter @dando_marc Sarah Fowler is cofounder of the Shark Trust and the European Elasmobranch Association and a member of the IUCN Shark Specialist Group.

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