Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals
| Author/creator | Perrin, William F. Editor |
| Other author | Thewissen, J. G. M. Editor |
| Other author | Wursig, Bernd Editor |
| Format | Electronic |
| Edition | 2nd ed. |
| Publication Info | Academic Press [Imprint] San Diego : Elsevier Science & Technology Books |
| Description | 1352 p. ill 10.875 x 08.500 in. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Public Library Complete |
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| Summary | Annotation 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.<br /><br />* More than 20% NEW MATERIAL includes articles on Climate Change, Pacific White-sided Dolphins, Sociobiology, Habitat Use, Feeding Morphology and more<br />* 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<br />* New color illustrations show every species and document topical articles<br /><br />FROM THE FIRST EDITION<br />"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".<br />- Richard M. Laws, MARINE MAMMALS SCIENCE<br /><br />"...establishes a solid and satisfying foundation for current study and future exploration"<br />- Ronald J. Shusterman, SCIENCE |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| ISBN | 9780123735539 |
| ISBN | 012373553X (Trade Cloth) Active Record |
| Standard identifier# | 9780123735539 |
| Stock number | 00991439 |