The Shark Handbook

Author : Greg Skomal
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2021-07-06
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781646431052

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The Shark Handbook: Third Edition by Greg Skomal Pdf

Sharks are perhaps the most feared and misunderstood creatures on earth. They have inhabited the planet for 450 million years, and over that time they have evolved into hundreds of highly varied and fascinating species. In this comprehensive and colorful third edition, shark expert Dr. Greg Skomal takes us on a captivating tour of the world of sharks-what they are, how they evolved, and how they thrive in their marine environment. He provides close-up, detailed views of: Shark anatomy and adaptation, Shark conservation, Shark attacks, Over 450 species, And more! The Shark Handbook, 3rd Edition comes alive with vivid, full-color photography from outstanding photographic contributors. Book jacket.

Author : Gregory Skomal
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2014-02-04
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781604334272

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Shark Handbook by Gregory Skomal Pdf

Greg Skomal is one of the world’s leading shark experts: many thousands of viewers know him as the “Shark Guy” on Discovery Channel and he’s affiliated with the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute. So if you’re dreaming of swimming with sharks, there’s no one better to take you—and that’s exactly what he does in this comprehensive, stunning field guide. In addition to an awesome gatefold poster of a Great White (with all its distinguishing features shown in detail), plus amazing original images from Skomal and award-winning National Geographic photographer Nick Caloyianis, it contains a complete listing of every known shark in existence as well as some extinct species. Learn about sharks from their birth to death, their anatomy, how to distinguish one shark from the next, how their teeth are developed, how they hunt and attack, and their importance and purpose within our eco system.

Author : Joan Holub
Publisher : Crown Books for Young Readers
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2021-05-04
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780525645306

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I Am the Shark by Joan Holub Pdf

What makes the great white shark (one of) the greatest fish in the sea? FIN-d out in this hilarious fish-out-of-water story that's perfect for Shark Week and all year-round! "Don't miss this one." -School Library Journal, Starred Review Hi! I am Great White Shark, and if you get this book, you'll read all about ME--the greatest shark in the sea! Not so fast! Greenland Shark here, and as the oldest shark in this book, that makes me the greatest. Did someone say fast? I'm Mako Shark, and I'm the fastest shark in this book! Eat my bubbles! Wow, I'm Hammerhead Shark. You don't need my special eyes to see that there are lots of great sharks in this book. Sink your teeth into it now! New York Times bestselling author Joan Holub makes a splash with bestselling illustrator Laurie Keller to deliver an entertaining undersea story filled with the greatest shark facts in the ocean!

Author : Mark Carwardine,Ken Watterson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 287 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Deep diving
ISBN : 0563537949

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The Shark Watcher's Handbook by Mark Carwardine,Ken Watterson Pdf

Shark-watching, whether from the shore, from boats or face-to-face on the sea floor, is one of the fastest-growing activities around the world -last year, more than a quarter of a million people had an intentional underwater encounter with a shark. This book provides all the information necessary to plan a shark-watching trip. The first part of the book explains the background to shark-watching and descibes how it can be done in an eco-friendly way. It summarises the natural history of sharks, gives the truth about shark attacks, explains how to take good photographs under water and provides detailed, illustrated portraits of the 24 most frequently encountered species. The remainder of the book - a Directory of the world's top shark-watching sites, illustrated with high-quality photographs -provides all the practical information needed to plan your shark-watching trips, from when to go, what facilities and weather to expect to what level of expertise is required. This book will be an essential guide - for those who are already addicted to shark-watching and for anyone tempted to try this exciting and adventurous activity for the first time

Author : Steve Jenkins,Robin Page
Publisher : HMH Books For Young Readers
Page : 43 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2021-06-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781328569493

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The Shark Book by Steve Jenkins,Robin Page Pdf

Caldecott Honor-winning team Steve Jenkins and Robin Page explore the astonishing lives of sharks in this brilliantly illustrated picture book. Perfect for Shark Week and all year round, this ode to the notorious ocean predator with more than four hundred species will blow you out of the water! Sharp teeth, super senses, and those infamous fins--what's not to love about sharks? Caldecott Honor-winning team Steve Jenkins and Robin Page explore one of the world's most notorious--and fearsome--animals. Learn what makes a shark a shark, what sharks like to eat, and how these predators of the deep have evolved. Ever wonder which shark is the smallest? Or the fastest? Even the most deadly? You'll find your answers in The Shark Book, with countless others. In this magnificently illustrated picture book, celebrate one of the worlds oldest species that has continued to capture our imaginations and astonish us for thousands of years.

Author : Greg Skomal
Publisher : Cider Mill Press
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 49,7 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 : Stella Maidment
Publisher : QEB Publishing
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2015-09-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781609927981

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Spot the Shark in the Ocean by Stella Maidment Pdf

Look for hidden objects as you work your way through every scene, taking in all the sights. The wonderfully detailed illustrations create busy scenes which will keep children entertained. Not only this but your children will learn along the way, too! Fantastic spot book activities, combined with non-fiction settings, make for an informative and entertaining series. With interesting facts dotted on each page, further educational value is added to the books.

Author : Discovery Channel
Publisher : Liberty Street
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2013-06-11
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1603209646

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Discovery Channel Sharkopedia by Discovery Channel Pdf

Celebrate Discovery Shark Week all year long with Discovery Sharkopedia, the definitive visual guide to everything there is to know about sharks! With more than 400 incredible color photos of the world's most infamous sharks, including great white, bull, and tiger sharks, Sharkopedia explores the evolution of sharks-did you know sharks have been swimming in the world's oceans since before dinosaurs roamed the earth?-and introduces kids to almost 500 known shark species with close-up portraits of each and fun "fin facts" throughout. Discover what makes sharks expert hunters with detailed sections about shark anatomy, habitats, life cycles, surprising behaviors, and more. Sharkopedia also provides shark conservation resources and offers suggestions for ways to help these amazing, often misunderstood, creatures continue to survive. Want to meet more incredible creatures? Check out the other books in the Discovery Opedia series: Snakeopedia, Dinopedia, and Bugopedia!

Author : Ace Landers
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2019-12-26
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781338608755

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Shark Out of Water! (Hungry Shark Chapter Book #1) by Ace Landers Pdf

Discover what happens when three middle school students meet three mischievous sharks in this exciting and hilarious chapter book based on the hit mobile video game with catchy music!

Author : David A. Ebert,Marc Dando,Sarah Fowler
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 49,9 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 : Brian Skerry,Elizabeth Carney,Sarah Wassner Flynn
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781426330711

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The Ultimate Book of Sharks by Brian Skerry,Elizabeth Carney,Sarah Wassner Flynn Pdf

An illustration-heavy exploration of the types and characteristics of sharks.

Author : Pamela Chanko
Publisher : Children's Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2019-09
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0531238415

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The Shark Book by Pamela Chanko Pdf

Learn about the different types of sharks in the ocean and how they grow up.

Author : Greg Skomal
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Sharks
ISBN : 8854403334

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The Shark Handbook by Greg Skomal Pdf

Author : Eugenie Clark
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2010-01
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1936051524

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The Lady and the Sharks by Eugenie Clark Pdf

The Lady and the Sharks...Filled with the Engaging Explorations and the Adventures of a Remarkable Woman, The Lady and the Sharks is about the joys of diving, exploring, and discovering the world that lives beneath the sea-about the pleasure and power of curiosity. This updated 4th edition recounts the birth and growth of a major marine science laboratory, and describes Genie Clark's fascinating tales about the behavior and physiology of sharks, fish and marine life. Genie's stories have inspired a continually growing audience of readers, scientists; students have inspired a continually growing audience of readers, scientists, students, collaborators, friends, children, and admirers. Eugenie Clark is an explorer, marine biologist, and teacher; she is a perfect example of the heights women can attain in scientific study. In 1955, she founded a small marine laboratory that grew to become the Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, Florida, now a national center for shark and marine mammal research.

Author : Camilla de la Bedoyere
Publisher : QEB Publishing
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2015-03-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781609927141

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My Little Book of Animals by Camilla de la Bedoyere Pdf

Why do tigers have stripes? How does an octopus move? What do elephants use their trunks for? My Little Book of Animals answers all these questions and many more. Simple, easy-to-understand text combines with close-up photography to provide an excellent introduction to the animal kingdom. Perfect for reluctant readers, this book will hold the interest of young children and encourage them to find out more about the word around them.