The Secret Life of Fish

Name: The Secret Life of Fish
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9780711260993
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The Astonishing Truth about our Aquatic Cousins

By Doug Mackay-Hope

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The Secret Life of Fish by Doug Mackay-Hope delves into the fascinating world of fish and their unique behaviours, exploring the hidden depths and intricacies of aquatic life. It combines elements of natural history and sport, offering insights that appeal to enthusiasts keen on understanding the underwater realm. Through engaging storytelling, the book reveals how fish have adapted to their environments, seamlessly blending science with the joy of fishing.
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This book may appeal to you if you are fascinated by the underwater world and enjoy discovering the surprising behaviours and abilities of fish. If you're interested in the intersection of marine biology and sports, or if you appreciate tales of the endurance and adaptability of aquatic life, this book might just be a catch.

An exploration into the untold lives of 50 of the most compelling fish living in our oceans and waterways.

Description

Discover the astonishing truth about our aquatic cousins: how they think and what they know, their experiences and unique behaviours, and the many things we have in common.There are 33,000 species of fish on our planet, and that number is constantly increasing. In context, that is more than all the species of mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles added together, making fish the most numerous vertebrates on our planet. Waters worldwide are teeming with these elusive creatures, but how much do we really know about them? Grouped into thematic chapters - including the Dangerous and Deadly, Unusual Giants and Mini Marvels - inside biologist Doug Mackay-Hope profiles the secret lives of 50 of our most interesting underwater cousins in this insightful and myth-busting text, complete with charming watercolour diagrams and expert insights.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780711260993

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 28 September 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Ivy Press

Illustration: 100 illustrations

Contributors:

Foreword by Jeremy Wade

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 164.0mm

Height: 224.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 224

Collections

Doug Mackay-Hope Education & Reference Fishing & Hunting Non-Fiction Science & Nature Sports

About the Author

Doug Mackay-Hope is Head of Development for BBC's Natural History Unit in Bristol (producers of Planet Earth and Blue Planet II). He has worked directly with David Attenborough. He is a trained biologist having studied at Imperial College in London before moving into television natural history filmmaking. He began his career conceiving and developing BAFTA-winning Big Blue Live and Attenborough & The Giant Dinosaur. His first responsibilities ranged from quirky children's shows that involved deadly animals to a man hunting freshwater monsters in far-flung corners of the world for international hit River Monsters, which helped to fed his fascination with fish.