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