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ENCYCLOPEDIA OF MARINE MAMMALS

SECOND EDITION

di PERRIN W.F. WURSIG B. THEWISSEN J.G.M.
Editore: ACADEMIC PRESS  (2009)
ENCYCLOPEDIA OF MARINE MAMMALS

Descrizione

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. In this title, more than 20 per cent new material includes articles on Climate Change, Pacific White-sided Dolphins, Sociobiology, Habitat Use, Feeding Morphology and more. It includes 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. It features new color illustrations that 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".

Pagg. 1316, cm 22x28, rilegato.
Codice ISBN: 9780123735539

Prezzo di listino: 135,00 €

Prezzo speciale: 128,25 €

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