The Living Marine Resources Of The Western Central Pacific Cephalopods Crustaceans Holothurians And Sharks

Author : South Pacific Forum Fisheries Agency,Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Fao
Page : 722 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UCSD:31822027897479

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The Living Marine Resources of the Western Central Pacific: Cephalopods, crustaceans, holothurians and sharks by South Pacific Forum Fisheries Agency,Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

This multivolume field guide covers the species of interest to fisheries of the major marine resource groups exploited in the Western Central Pacific. The area of coverage includes FAO Fishing Area 71 and the southwestern portion of Fishing Area 77 corresponding to the South Pacific Commission mandate area. The marine resource groups included are seaweeds, corals, bivalves, gastropods, cephalopods, stomatopods, shrimps, lobsters, crabs, holothurians, sharks, batoid fishes, chimaeras, bony fishes, estuarine crocodiles, sea turtles, sea snakes and marine mammals. The introductory chapter outlines the environmental, ecological and biogeographical factors influencing the marine biota as well as the basic components of the fisheries in the Western Central Pacific. Within the field guide, the sections on the resource groups are arranged phylogenetically according to higher taxonomic levels such as class, order and family. Each resource group is introduced by general remarks on the group, an illustrated section on technical terms and measurements and a key or guide to orders or families. Each family generally has an account summarizing family diagnostic characters, biological and fisheries information, notes on similar families occurring in the area, a key to species, a checklist of species and a short list of relevant literature. Families that are less important to fisheries include an abbreviated family account and no detailed species information. Species in the important families are treated in detail (arranged alphabetically by genus and species) and include the species name, frequent synonyms and names of similar species, an illustration, FAO common name(s), diagnostic characters, biology and fisheries information, notes on geographical distribution and a distribution map. For less important species, abbreviated accounts are used. Generally, this includes the species name, FAO common name(s), an illustration, a distribution map and notes on biology, fisheries and distribution. Each volume concludes with its own index of scientific and common names.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 664 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Animals
ISBN : 0643067922

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Zoological Catalogue of Australia: 3B. Crustacea: Malacostraca, Eucarida (pt. 2), Decapoda-Anomura-Brachyura by Anonim Pdf

The published works are derived from the Zoological catalogue of Australia database. Taxa in the Australian fauna are divided among volumes to form sets of about 1800-2000 species available names, such that each volume comprises the whole or part of one or more major groups.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 584 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Estuarine fishes
ISBN : UCSD:31822036319408

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Resource Inventory of Marine and Estuarine Fishes of the West Coast and Alaska by Anonim Pdf

Author : Jeffrey C. Carrier,John A. Musick,Michael R. Heithaus
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 748 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2010-03-09
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781420080483

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Sharks and Their Relatives II by Jeffrey C. Carrier,John A. Musick,Michael R. Heithaus Pdf

Since the award-winning first volume, The Biology of Sharks and Their Relatives, published in 2004, the field has witnessed tremendous developments in research, rapid advances in technology, and the emergence of new investigators beginning to explore issues of biodiversity, distribution, physiology, and ecology in ways that eluded more traditional

Author : Joseph S. Nelson
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 623 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2007-08-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780471756446

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Fishes of the World by Joseph S. Nelson Pdf

"Of all the literature I use while preparing field guides for the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Nelson's Fishes of the World is, by far, the one I refer to most often. [This] book is a standard reference . . . I continue to use it extensively in the ichthyology courses I teach, particularly in laboratory sessions." -Kent E. Carpenter Old Dominion University "Fishes of the World is a unique and essential resource for anyone seriously interested in the diversity and evolution of fishes. The family accounts provide quick summaries of current knowledge on all groups of living fishes and many key fossil taxa. It is a required work for every student in my laboratory." -William E. Bemis Kingsbury Director of Shoals Marine Laboratory, Cornell University "Only classics are known by the single name of their author, and certainly [Nelson's book] has for four editions been such a book for all those who seek an accessible, up-to-date, readable reference on fish classification. Once again, Nelson presents a balanced view of the sometimes tumultuous, but ever-exciting, study of the phylogenetic relationships and classification of fishes. In doing so, Nelson makes an excellent case for organismal biology, highlighting the many and varied morphological characters we use to diagnose fish taxa and differentiate among the 515 families of living species." -Lynne R. Parenti Curator of Fishes and Research Scientist, National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution Fishes of the World, Fourth Edition is the updated edition of a true classic in the field. A unique presentation of a modern, cladistically based classification of all the major living and fossil fish groups, this indispensable reference helps scientists and others identify and classify specimens, make familial connections, understand the evolution of fishes, and springboard into further research. The taxonomy of fishes presented includes the anatomical characteristics, distribution, common and scientific names, and phylogenetic relationships for all 515 families of living fishes. Packed with representative species drawings and information on phylogentic relationships, this informative Fourth Edition features: * Both fossil and extant species * More than 500 illustrations * Fully vetted scientific and common names * An extensive bibliography

Author : Jagannathan Thirumalai
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2016-11-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789535127628

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Luminescence by Jagannathan Thirumalai Pdf

The aim of this book is to give readers a broad review of topical worldwide advancements in theoretical and experimental facts, instrumentation and practical applications erudite by luminescent materials and their prospects in dealing with different types of luminescence like photoluminescence, electroluminescence, thermo-luminescence, triboluminescence, bioluminescence design and applications. The additional part of this book deals with the dynamics, rare-earth ions, photon down-/up-converting materials, luminescence dating, lifetime, bioluminescence microscopical perspectives and prospects towards the basic research or for more advanced applications. This book is divided into four main sections: luminescent materials and their associated phenomena; photo-physical properties and their emerging applications; thermoluminescence dating: from theory to applications, and bioluminescence perspectives and prospects. Individual chapters should serve the broad spectrum of common readers of diverse expertise, layman, students and researchers, who may in this book find easily elucidated fundamentals as well as progressive principles of specific subjects associated with these phenomena. This book was created by 14 contributions from experts in different fields of luminescence and technology from over 20 research institutes worldwide.

Author : Nalan Gökoğlu
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2021-01-04
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030603038

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Shellfish Processing and Preservation by Nalan Gökoğlu Pdf

Shellfish is a broad term that covers various aquatic mollusks, crustaceans and echinoderms that are used as food. They have economic and ecological importance and have been consumed as food for centuries. Shellfish provide high quality protein with all the dietary amino acids essential for maintenance and growth of the human body. Shellfish are a major component of global seafood production, with shellfish aquaculture rapidly growing in recent years. There are many different processing methods used across the world. Shellfish are very perishable foods and must be preserved just after catching or harvesting. This makes the preservation of seafood a critical issue in terms of quality and human health. To date there have been a number of books on seafood processing and preservation, but all of them have been mostly focused on fish. Shellfish Processing and Preservation is the first reference work to focus specifically on shellfish, providing comprehensive coverage of the production methods, biological makeups and preservation methods of all major shellfish species. Individual sections focus on crustaceans such as shrimps and prawns, crabs and lobsters plus molluscans including mussels, scallops and oysters. Cephalopods such as squid and octopus are also covered in depth. For each species processing and preservation methods such as chilling, freezing, canning and curing are examined, plus the important safety aspects specific to each shellfish type. Shellfish Processing and Preservation is an essential publication for any researchers or industry professionals in search of a singular and up-to-date source for the processing and preservation of shellfish.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9251054037

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Management Techniques for Elasmobranch Fisheries by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

Elasmobranch - describes a group of fish without a hard bony skeleton, including sharks, skates, and rays.

Author : Gary C.B. Poore,Shane T. Ahyong
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 1771 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2023-01-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781486311804

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Marine Decapod Crustacea by Gary C.B. Poore,Shane T. Ahyong Pdf

Decapod crustaceans, shrimps, crabs, prawns and their allies are highly visible and important members of marine environments. They are among the most charismatic of marine animals, inhabiting beaches, rocky shores and the deep sea, hiding under stones, burrowing in the sediment and nestling in among algae and many other microhabitats. However, most are difficult to identify by the specialist and amateur naturalist alike. Marine Decapod Crustacea explains the anatomical features necessary for differentiating taxa and includes diagnoses and identification keys to all 189 families and 2121 genera of marine Decapoda. Many decapods have vivid colours, which are showcased in a selection of spectacular photographs of many representative species. This volume provides an entry to the literature for taxonomists, naturalists, consultants, ecologists, teachers and students wanting to identify local faunas and understand this diverse group

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2018-11-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9789251079898

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Cephalopods of the world. An annotated and illustrated catalogue of cephalopod species known to date by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

This is the third volume of the entirely rewritten, revised and updated version of the original FAO Catalogue of Cephalopods of the World (1984). The present Volume is a multiauthored compilation that reviews 13 families, i.e. (in alphabetical order), Alloposidae, Amphitretidae, Argonautidae, Bolitaenidae, Cirroctopodidae, Cirroteuthidae, Octopodidae, Ocythoidae, Opisthoteuthidae, Stauroteuthidae, Tremoctopodidae, Vampyroteuthidae, Vitreledonellidae, with 56 genera and the 280 species known and named to the date of the completion of the volume.

Author : Mohd. Harun Abdullah,Ismail Ali,Zulherry Isnain,Collin G. Joseph
Publisher : Universiti Malaysia Sabah Press
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2021-10-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9789672962731

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Mantanani Island by Mohd. Harun Abdullah,Ismail Ali,Zulherry Isnain,Collin G. Joseph Pdf

This book comprises of 13 chapters, documenting the scientific expedition of the Mantanani Island. This expedition was conducted by thirty scientists and researchers from Universiti Malaysia Sabah under the fellowship of the Small Islands Research Center (SIRC). The expedition was carried out from the 8th to the 10th of April 2016, yielded new knowledge and updated previous data on the socio-cultural aspects of the inhabitants, island geology, terrestrial and marine flora and fauna, economy and ecotourism. The layout of this book was designed to present the socio-cultural aspect of the inhabitants on the island in two preliminary chapters, followed by island geology; land use; coastline changes; diversity of trees; seaweed; invertebrates; snails; groundwater as well as economic and potential ecotourism prospects of the island in its final chapter. UMS, through its implementation arm, SIRC, is committed to ensure the success of preservation and conservation of the island’s resources for future generations. Therefore, this book aims to serve as a focal point for future scientific expedition to this island. As the environment changes around us due to anthropogenic activities, it is only prudent that we document these changes in order to better understand and mitigate future disasters.

Author : P. Jereb,Clyde F. E. Roper
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Science
ISBN : 9251053839

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Cephalopods of the World: Chambered nautiluses and sepioids (Nautilidae, Sepiidae, Sepiolidae, Sepiadariidae, Idiosepiidae, and Spirulidae) by P. Jereb,Clyde F. E. Roper Pdf

This is a multiauthored compilation that reviews six families: Nautilidae, Sepiidae, Sepiolidae, Sepiadariidae, Idiosepiidae and Spirulidae, with 23 genera and the 201 species known to the date of the completion of the volume. It provides accounts for all families and genera, as well as illustrated keys to all taxa. Information under each species account includes: valid modern systematic name and original citation of the species (or subspecies); main synonyms; English, French and Spanish FAO names for the species; illustrations of dorsal and ventral aspect of the whole animal (as necessary) and other distinguishing illustrations; field characteristics; diagnostic features; geographic and vertical distribution, including GIS map; size; habitat; biology; interest to fishery; local names when available; a remarks section (as necessary) and literature. The volume is fully indexed and also includes sections on terminology and measurements, an extensive glossary, an introduction with an updated review of the existing biological knowledge on cephalopods (including fisheries information and catch data for recent years) and a dedicated bibliography.

Author : Peter K. L. Ng,Richard Corlett,Hugh T. W. Tan
Publisher : Editions Didier Millet
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9789814260084

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Singapore Biodiversity by Peter K. L. Ng,Richard Corlett,Hugh T. W. Tan Pdf

A magnificently illustrated and superbly written guide to the unique and simply astounding biodiversity of Singapore.

Author : W. D. Emmerson
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 720 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2017-06-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781443896122

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A Guide to, and Checklist for, the Decapoda of Namibia, South Africa and Mozambique (Volume 3) by W. D. Emmerson Pdf

Decapods are a culmination of nearly 600 million years of Crustacean evolution, during which time they have radiated into a variety of superfamilies, families, genera and species which occupy a variety of niches from fresh mountain streams to the abysses of the oceans. This book will fill a gap in the current literature on southern African decapods. Since Barnard published his Descriptive Catalogue of South African Decapod Crustacea in 1950, there have been numerous additions and name changes. This publication updates the taxonomy, and includes ecological and fisheries information. In addition, Kensley’s (1981) distributional checklist for the region has been updated and includes large numbers of new species and records for the region, bringing the total number of decapod to over 1000 species. Although not exhaustive, 262 species are featured, some of which are beautiful, some have commercial or artisinal value, both for consumption and the aquarium, and some have important ecological functions, while others are rare or interesting. For each species there is a photograph, synonymies, common names, a description, ecological information and name derivation (etymology). All the decapod families found in South Africa are described, some new, along with chapters on decapod research history in southern Africa, commercial and artisinal food value of decapods, biodiversity and future research direction. The book is arranged systematically, as taxonomy is based on phylogeny, starting with the earliest forms and progressing to the most derived and advanced forms, and will serve to stimulate interest and future research into southern Africa’s rich decapod biodiversity, especially at a time when biodiversity itself is threatened by global warming, coral bleaching and habitat loss. It will appeal to people interested in Decapoda, including academics, scholars, students, fishermen, aquarists, aquaculturists, recreational snorkel and SCUBA divers, as well as those interested in conservation, biodiversity, management and governance.

Author : Alan J. Southward
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2001-09-05
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0120261413

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Advances in Marine Biology by Alan J. Southward Pdf

Advances in Marine Biology was first published in 1963. Now edited by A.J. Southward (Marine Biological Association, UK), P.A. Tyler (Southampton Oceanography Association, UK), C.M. Young (Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution, USA) and L.A. Fuiman (University of Texas, USA), the serial publishes in-depth and up-to-date reviews on a wide range of topics which will appeal to postgraduates and researchers in marine biology, fisheries science, ecology, zoology, oceanography. Eclectic volumes in the series are supplemented by thematic volumes on such topics as The Biology of Calanoid Copepods.* Includes over 55 tables of descriptive data* Covers such topics as coral reefs, southern ocean cephalopods, seagrass and mangrove habitats, and much more* 4 reviews authored by experts in their relevant fields of study