Biology of Parrotfishes

Name: Biology of Parrotfishes
Brand: Taylor & Francis
SKU: 9781482224016
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Biology of Parrotfishes explores the vital role parrotfish play in coral reef ecosystems worldwide. It delves into their unique jaw morphology that enables them to bite through calcium carbonate, revealing how this feeding strategy influences reef health and function. The book offers insights into their diets, life histories, and the current threats to their populations, concluding with future research directions.
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This book is suited for readers interested in marine biology, coral reef ecology, and evolutionary adaptations of fish.

This book brings together the world's leading authorities on the evolution, biology, ecology, fisheries and conservation of parrotfishes. In doing so, it provides a comprehensive summary of the research conducted on this unique group of fishes and highlights emerging topics and future direction.

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Biology of Parrotfishes explores the remarkable presence of parrotfish on nearly every coral reef across the globe. Their unique feeding behaviour positions them as one of the most crucial groups within coral reef ecosystems. But why are parrotfish so vital to reefs?

Can the evolution of a specific jaw morphology and feeding action truly have such a significant impact on the health and functionality of the world's coral reefs? This book guides readers through this intriguing group of fishes, known scientifically as Labridae, Scarinae. It delves into the morphological innovation of their jaws, capable of biting through solid calcium carbonate, while also addressing the current threats faced by parrotfish populations worldwide.

The text provides new insights into their diet, food processing abilities, and life histories. It concludes with a comprehensive overview of emerging and future research directions, offering readers a deep understanding of the fascinating biology of parrotfishes.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781482224016

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 March 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: CRC Press Inc

Illustration: 20 Tables, black and white; 11 Line drawings, color; 67 Line drawings, black and white; 12 Halftones, color; 23 Illustrations, color; 67 Illustrations, black and white

Contributors:

Edited by Andrew S. Hoey
Edited by Roberta M. Bonaldo

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 1090g

Pages: 420

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About the Author

Andrew S. Hoey received both his PhD and BSc(hons) from James Cook University and his BEc from Macquarie University. He is currently employed at the ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies at James Cook University. Dr. Hoey has contributed to over 30 publications.

Roberta M. Bonaldo received her PhD from James Cook University and her MSc Ecology and BSc Biological Sciences at Universidade Estadual de Campinas. She is an Associate Researcher at the Laboratório de Biogeografia e Macroecologia Marinha at the Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina. Dr. Bonaldo has contributed to seven publications.