A Pocket Guide To Sharks Of The World

Author : David A. Ebert,Marc Dando,Sarah Fowler
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2021-08-24
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691218755

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A Pocket Guide to Sharks of the World by David A. Ebert,Marc Dando,Sarah Fowler Pdf

An updated and comprehensive guide identifying all of the world's sharks Sharks are some of the most misunderstood animals on the planet. We still have a lot to learn about these fascinating creatures, which are more seriously threatened with extinction and in greater need of conservation and management than any other major group of vertebrates. A Pocket Guide to Sharks of the World is the only field guide to identify, illustrate, and describe every known shark species. Its compact format makes it handy for many situations, including recognizing living species, fishery catches, or parts sold at markets. This expanded second edition presents lavish images, details on newly discovered species, and updated text throughout. The book contains useful sections on identifying shark teeth and the shark fins most commonly encountered in the fin trade, and takes a look at shark biology, ecology, and conservation. A Pocket Guide to Sharks of the World will be an essential resource and definitive reference for years to come. An updated guide to all of the world’s sharks Each species is illustrated and described Handy, compact format with concise text Useful sections on the identification of shark teeth and fins

Author : David A. Ebert,Marc Dando,Sarah Fowler
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 608 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2021-07-20
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691205991

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Sharks of the World by David A. Ebert,Marc Dando,Sarah Fowler Pdf

"Fully revised and updated"--Back cover.

Author : David A. Ebert
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Sharks
ISBN : 1775847764

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A Pocket Guide to Sharks of the World by David A. Ebert Pdf

Author : David A. Ebert,Marc Dando
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2020-12-08
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691211824

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Field Guide to Sharks, Rays & Chimaeras of Europe and the Mediterranean by David A. Ebert,Marc Dando Pdf

The definitive field guide to all the sharks, rays and chimaeras of the European Atlantic and Mediterranean The waters of the northeast Atlantic and Mediterranean Sea are home to an amazing variety of sharks, rays and chimaeras. This comprehensive and easy-to-use field guide covers all 146 species found in the Mediterranean, the waters of the European Atlantic and Iceland, along all the Scandinavian coasts, in the Black Sea and as far south as the Canary Islands. Detailed species accounts describe key identification features, habitat, biology and status. Every species account comes with a colour distribution map, a depth guide, at-a-glance icons and colour illustrations. This must-have field guide also features illustrated key guides that enable you to accurately identify down to species, comparison plates of similar species, illustrations of eggcases where known and plates of teeth. The first field guide to cover all 146 species Features hundreds of colour illustrations, photos, maps and diagrams Describes key features, habitat, biology and status Includes depth guides, at-a-glance icons, key guides and teeth plates

Author : David A. Ebert,Sarah Fowler
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2014-06-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780957394667

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An Illustrated Pocket Guide to the Sharks of the World by David A. Ebert,Sarah Fowler Pdf

Sharks are probably the most misunderstood animals on the planet. We all still have a lot to learn about these fascinating creatures, which are sadly more seriously threatened with extinction and in greater need of conservation and management action than any other major group of vertebrates. We have produced this guide not just because we and so many other people love sharks. It is also because their identification, whether of living animals, fishery catches or body parts sold at markets, is an essential tool to support shark conservation, fisheries management and international trade regulation, prevent further depletion of stocks, and enable their recovery. ● the first pocket guide to all 501 shark species ● all species illustrated and described ● handy, compact format with concise text ● a six-page guide to shark teeth identification ● an eight-page guide to the identification of the shark fins most commonly encountered in the fin trade Colour plates are by Marc Dando from the hugely acclaimed Sharks of the World: A Fully Illustrated Guide.

Author : David A. Ebert
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Fisheries
ISBN : 925107366X

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North Atlantic Sharks Relevant to Fisheries Management by David A. Ebert Pdf

Title on accompanying CD-ROM: Sharks, batoids and chimaeras of the North Atlantic

Author : Greg Skomal
Publisher : Cider Mill Press
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-11
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781400252206

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The Shark Handbook: Third Edition by Greg Skomal Pdf

Dive deep into the world of sharks, the most fascinating and misunderstood marine animals on the planet, in this stunning new edition of The Shark Handbook, written by Shark Week expert, Dr. Greg Skomal. Did you know that a whale shark’s spots are as unique as a fingerprint? Or that sharks can go into a trance when flipped upside down? Or that the Megallodon’s mouth was 6 feet across? With The Shark Handbook, jump into brand new facts about these fierce sea creatures! Explore all of the orders of sharks, such as: Ground sharks Great white sharks Mackerel sharks Carpet sharks and more! Learn about over 400 profiles of every shark in existence, from the first sharks living about 445 million years ago to the ones lurking in the ocean deep today. Starring spectacular, full-color photography that makes these jaw-dropping sharks come to life, this is the perfect gift for the shark enthusiast in your life. Dr. Greg Skomal, PhD is an experienced aquarist and Marine Fisheries Biologist at Martha's Vineyard Fisheries, Division of Marine Fisheries, Massachusetts. He's been keeping saltwater aquariums since childhood and has shared his extensive knowledge with viewers of National Geographic, the Discovery Channel, NBC's Today, and other media.

Author : Jeffrey C. Carrier
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2017-07-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781421422947

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Sharks of the Shallows by Jeffrey C. Carrier Pdf

Agile, sleek, and precise, sharks display many qualities we can admire and appreciate. These marvels of evolution have adapted to thrive in every major aquatic realm on the planet, from frigid Arctic waters through temperate but stormy seas and on into the tropics. However, few places on Earth are home to the amazing diversity of shark species that beautify the shallow waters of Florida and the Bahamas. In this first-ever book dedicated to the sharks of this region, biologist Jeffrey C. Carrier reveals the captivating lives of these large marine predators and describes how they have survived for over 400 million years. Guiding readers through basic biology, key attributes, and identification tips, the book explores what makes sharks such successful apex predators. Carrier explains fascinating phenomena, including the reason for the bizarre shape of the hammerhead, how a bull shark is able to swim hundreds of miles up freshwater rivers, what lies behind sharks’ remarkable capability to learn and remember, and why many scientists believe that they are equipped with the most sophisticated sensory systems in the animal kingdom. With the stunning full-color underwater photography of Andy Murch, Jillian Morris, and Duncan Brake, Sharks of the Shallows brings boaters, fishers, divers, and shark lovers directly alongside these unfairly maligned creatures. And not a moment too soon! Sharks are experiencing stresses unlike any in their long history, and are struggling to survive in a changing ocean. They will continue to grace our coastlines only if we care enough to understand them.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Univ. Press of Mississippi
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1604737662

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Sharks, Skates, and Rays of the Gulf of Mexico: A Field Guide by Anonim Pdf

A guidebook for the naturalist, commercial or recreational fisher, outdoor enthusiast, or beachgoer covers almost all species of sharks and rays that can be found in Gulf waters, and includes information on reproduction, sensory systems, feeding, and more.

Author : Jose I. Castro
Publisher : OUP USA
Page : 628 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2011-07-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780195392944

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The Sharks of North America by Jose I. Castro Pdf

A complete reference to all the sharks inhabiting North American waters, with excellent color illustrations of all the species.

Author : Guy Stevens,Daniel Fernando,Marc Dando,Giuseppe Notarbartolo Di Sciara
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2019-12-31
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691207216

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Guide to the Manta and Devil Rays of the World by Guy Stevens,Daniel Fernando,Marc Dando,Giuseppe Notarbartolo Di Sciara Pdf

Manta and devil rays are some of the most intriguing creatures in the ocean. Driven forward by powerful beats of wing-like pectoral fins, these filter feeders search the waters for prey, their horn-like head fins giving rise to ancient mariners’ tales of fearsome devilfish dragging boats into the ocean depths. Beloved by scuba divers and marine biologists alike, these impressive animals have never had a comprehensive field guide dedicated to them—until now. Guide to the Manta and Devil Rays of the World includes detailed information on the identification, characteristics, threats, and distribution for each species in this family. Illustrated with more than 200 color photos, drawings, and plates, this guide also contains an expansive introduction to the general taxonomy, biology, and behavior of these iconic animals. This book will be an essential resource for fisheries management and international trade enforcement, and for anyone involved in ongoing manta and devil ray research and conservation. The first dedicated field guide for manta and devil rays Exhaustive treatment of every aspect related to their identification and biology Filled with 200+ color drawings, photos, and diagrams

Author : W. Clay Creswell
Publisher : Univ of South Carolina Press
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2021-06-14
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781643361819

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Sharks in the Shallows by W. Clay Creswell Pdf

A detailed account of over one hundred shark-related incidents on the coast of the Carolinas from a shark-bite investigator Powerful and mysterious, sharks inspire both fascination and fear. Worldwide, oceans are home to some five-hundred species, and of those, fifty-six are known to reside in or pass through the waters off the coast of both North and South Carolina. At any given time, waders, swimmers, and surfers enjoying these waters are frequently within just one-hundred feet of a shark. While it's unnerving to know that sharks often swim just below the surface in the shallows, W. Clay Creswell, a shark-bite investigator for the Shark Research Institute's Global Shark Attack File, explains that attacks on humans are extremely rare. In 2019 the International Shark Attack File confirmed sixty-four unprovoked attacks on humans, including three in North Carolina and one in South Carolina. While acknowledging that they pose real dangers to humans, Creswell believes the fear of sharks is greatly exaggerated. During his sixteen-year association with the Shark Research Institute, he has investigated more than one hundred shark-related incidents and has maintained a database of all shark–human encounters along the Carolina coastlines back to 1817. Creswell uses this data to expose the truth and history of this often-sensationalized topic. Beyond the statistics related to attacks in the Carolina waters, Sharks in the Shallows offers a history of shark–human interactions and an introduction to the world of shark attacks. Creswell details the conditions that increase a person's chances of an encounter, profiles the three species most often involved in attacks, and reveals the months and time of day with the highest probability of an encounter. With a better understanding of sharks' responses to their environment, and what motivates them to attack humans, he hopes people will develop a greater appreciation of the invaluable role sharks play in our marine environment.

Author : David Shiffman
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2022-05-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781421443652

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Why Sharks Matter by David Shiffman Pdf

Get submerged in the amazing world of sharks! Your expert host, award-winning marine biologist Dr. David Shiffman, will show you how—and why—we should protect these mysterious, misunderstood guardians of the ocean. Sharks are some of the most fascinating, most ecologically important, most threatened, and most misunderstood animals on Earth. More often feared than revered, their role as predators of the deep have earned them a reputation as a major threat to humans. But the truth is that sharks are not a danger to us—they're in danger from us. In Why Sharks Matter, marine conservation biologist Dr. David Shiffman explains why it's crucial that we overcome our misconceptions and rise above cinematic jump scares to embrace sharks as the imperiled and elegant ocean guardians they really are. Sharing his own fascinating experiences working with sharks, Shiffman tells us • why healthy shark populations are a must for supporting ocean ecosystems—and the coastal economies that depend on them • why we're in danger of losing many shark species forever • what scientists, conservationists, and readers can do to help save these iconic predators • why so much of what you've heard about sharks and how to save them is wrong Exploring the core tenets of shark conservation science and policy, Shiffman synthesizes decades of scientific research and policymaking, weaving it into a narrative full of humor and adventure. Touching on everything from Shark Week to shark fin soup, overfishing to marine sanctuaries, Shiffman reveals why sharks are in trouble, why we should care, and how we can save them. Perfect for shark enthusiasts, Why Sharks Matter is an approachable, informative guide to the world of shark conservation and the passionate, fascinating, brilliant people who work to understand and protect our oceans. This fun read will have you looking at sharks with a fresh perspective and an understanding that the survival of sharks is crucial to the survival of another apex predator—ourselves.

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2016-06-14
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781465456090

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Sharks and Other Deadly Ocean Creatures Visual Encyclopedia by DK Pdf

Swimming with sharks sounds a terrifying prospect, but not when it is from the comfort of your living room. This comprehensive visual encyclopedia takes you deep into the world's waters to meet the deadliest ocean predators - without you even getting wet! Do you know which creature has tentacles longer than a bus? Or what was the largest shark that ever lived? Where does the tiger shark get its name? Which fish has the deadliest venom? And which fish has the strongest bite of anything on Earth? Sharks and Other Deadly Ocean Creatures answers all these questions and many, many more. More than 200 fierce fish from the past and present are featured in fact-packed profiles. You'll come face to face with great white sharks, manta rays, saltwater crocodiles, giant squid, biting barracudas, and predatory piranhas all shown with exciting CGI technology and stunning photography. You'll learn about shark anatomy, behaviour, and habitats alongside fun, factual text presented in an easily accessible format.?? Whether you're a water baby or simply studying for a school project, this is your one-stop shop for sharks and other deadly ocean creatures.

Author : DK
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2012-06-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781409376569

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DK Pocket Eyewitness Sharks by DK Pdf

The series that packs a world of knowledge into your pocket. Get fast facts at your fingertips with this DK Pocket Eyewitness Sharks, packed with bite-sized chunks of information that will encourage and inform even the most reluctant readers. From sharks and rays, skates and all their other relatives; find out exactly how large or small they are, where they swim and what they really eat. Plus, explore the anatomy of sharks and rays and learn about shark conservation. With 160 pages of amazing encyclopedic stats and genius gem facts to provide extra wow. It's a smashing pocket guide to these predators of the deep.