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The Bottlenose Dolphin

The Bottlenose Dolphin

Biology and Conservation

by Samantha D. EideRandall S. Wells and John E. Reynolds III
Paperback
Publication Date: 30/09/2013

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The Bottlenose Dolphin presents for the first time a comprehensive, colorfully illustrated, and concise overview of a species that has fascinated humans for at least 3,000 years.

After reviewing historical myths and legends of the dolphin back to the ancient Greeks and discussing current human attitudes and interactions, the author replaces myths with facts--up-to-date scientific assessment of dolphin evolution, behavior, ecology, morphology, reproduction, and genetics--while also tackling the difficult issues of dolphin conservation and management.

Although comprehensive enough to be of great value to professionals, educators, and students, the book is written in a manner that all dolphin lovers will enjoy. Randall Wells's anecdotes interspersed throughout the work offer a first-hand view of dolphin encounters and research based on three decades working with them. Color photographs and nearly 100 black and white illustrations, including many by National Geographic photographer Flip Nicklin, beautifully enhance the text.
Readers of The Bottlenose Dolphin will better appreciate what dolphins truly are and do, as well as understand some of the controversies surrounding them. While raising compelling questions, the book provides a wealth of information on a legendary species that is loved and admired by many people.
ISBN:
9780813049342
9780813049342
Category:
Zoology & animal sciences
Format:
Paperback
Publication Date:
30-09-2013
Language:
English
Publisher:
University Press of Florida
Country of origin:
United States
Pages:
304
Dimensions (mm):
223x149x20mm
Weight:
0.52kg

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