Zoology: fishes (ichthyology) Books

Book SynopsisA photographic handbook to the spectacular and diverse range of fish species in Britain.This comprehensive guide covers 200 freshwater and marine species most likely to be encountered across Britain. Richly illustrated with stunning colour photographs throughout, the species accounts include useful information on identification, size, key features, behaviour, habitat, distribution, conservation status, food and similar species, aiding accurate identification.Field Guide to British Fish also contains expert knowledge on fish twitching, life cycles, fish senses, and a handy list of British fish species. From the smallest minnow to gargantuan basking sharks, this is an essential companion for anyone interested in finding and identifying fish species from across the UK.

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Book SynopsisAn exploration into the untold lives of 50 of the most compelling fish living in our oceans and waterways.

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Book SynopsisSharks are ruthlessly efficient predators, the apex of 450 million years of evolution. They are older than trees, have survived five extinction events and are essential to maintaining balanced ocean ecosystems, but how much do we really know about their lives?The first book to reveal the hidden world of sharks, Emperors of the Deep draws upon the latest scientific research to examine four species in detail mako, tiger, hammerhead and great white as never before. An eye-opening tour of shark habitats ranges from the coral reefs of the Central Pacific where great whites mysteriously congregate every autumn in what researchers call a festival for sharks, to tropical mangrove forests where baby lemon sharks play in social groups and to the frigid waters of the North Atlantic, home to 400-year-old Greenland sharks, the world's longest-lived vertebrates. McKeever also traces the evolution of the myth of the man-eater' and exposes the devastating effects of the fishing industry on shark popTrade Review‘A must-read for anyone in love with our oceans and concerned with averting the looming ecological destruction of our planet … Brings to light the importance of sharks and their role as ancient guardians of the seas.’John Hocevar, Oceans Campaign Director, Greenpeace USA ‘Emperors of the Deep is a heartfelt tribute to the shark. When McKeever finally comes face to face with a great white, the monster of his childhood nightmares, his fear is gloriously transformed to awe, as he steals a glimpse of “a steadfast guardian of the world's oceans”’ Philip Hoare, Spectator ‘The plight of a much maligned predator is revealed in this heartfelt plea to respect the life in our oceans’ PD Smith, Guardian ‘A wonderful new book covering the biology of sharks, their ecological importance, and the threats they face … It puts forth an incredible amount of effort into educating a reader that has limited prior knowledge on the subject – a fantastic beginner read’ BBC Wildlife magazine

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Book SynopsisThe life cycles of fishes are complex and varied, and knowledge of the early life stages is important for understanding the biology, ecology, and evolution of fishes. This book offers guidance on how to collect and analyze larval fish data and on how this information is interpreted by applied fish biologists and fisheries managers.Trade Review"A must for any student of fish biology." -- Michael Stachowitsch Marine Ecology

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Book SynopsisWhat has been the dish of kings, the subject of myths and the traveller of epic and mysterious journeys? The eel.Beginning life in the Sargasso Sea, the eel travels across the ocean, lives for twenty or so years, and then is driven by some instinct back across the ocean to spawn and die. And the next generation starts the story again. No one knows why the eels return, or how the orphaned elvers learn their way back. One man discovered, after many adventures, the breeding ground of all eels and he is the hero of this book.Eels were being caught and consumed 5000 years before the birth of Christ Aristotle and Pliny wrote about them; Romans regarded them as a peerless delicacy; Egyptians accorded them semi-sacred status; English kings died of overeating them. There are many strange practices among eel fishers all over the world, and many great fortunes based upon the eel harvest.The Book of Eels, a combination of social comment, biography and natural history, is also a fascinating and wTrade Review‘This is a captivating study…Tom Fort is incapable of writing a dull sentence.' Financial Times ‘A fascinating, beautifully written and deeply peculiar book.’ New Scientist ‘In this wonderful book, Tom Fort elevates Anguilla anguilla from the lowly to the exalted…The Book of Eels is a delightful surprise; Fort does wonders with his esoteric and fascinating subject.’ The Times ‘What a joy, a whole book on eels. It’s a very good book too, and a very English book…I suppose it is inevitable that somone will call this book ‘enchanting’. Take no notice. Buy it anyway. Give it to someone you like or, for even more fun, to someone you don’t.’ Spectator ‘Tom Fort is the Alan Bennett of the angling scene.’ Literary Review

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Book SynopsisThere are more than 33,000 species of living fishes, accounting for more than half of the extant vertebrate diversity on Earth. This comprehensive reference showcases the basic anatomy and diversity of all 82 orders of fishes and more than 150 of the most commonly encountered families, focusing on their distinctive features.Trade Review"Technical and accurate, this book will be an important reference for ichthyologists for many years to come." -- P. Chakrabarty CHOICE "This book is an excellent and exceptionally accessible part of the 'toolbox of taxonomists.'" -- David Feary Frontiers of Biogeography "An accessible, beautifully illustrated, and very reasonably priced guide ... Nothing quite like Fishes currently exists, and the authors are to be congratulated for producing it." -- Melanie L. J. Stiassny Systematic Biology "The authors have turned hundreds of surprisingly beautiful photographs of preserved fishes into an art form and have used them as the foundation for this very useful volume... this book should be on the desk or laboratory bench of every undergraduate and graduate student of ichthyology." The Quarterly Review of BiologyTable of ContentsComplete Contents Introduction Anatomy of Fishes THE FISHES: VERTEBRATA -- Vertebrates Agnatha (Cyclostomata) -- Jawless Fishes Gnathostomata -- Jawed Vertebrates Chondrichthyes -- Cartilaginous Fishes Osteichthyes -- Bony Fishes Sarcopterygii -- Lobe-finned Fishes Actinopterygii -- Ray-finned Fishes Actinopterygii I -- Lower Ray-finned Fishes Actinopterygii II: Acanthomorpha -- Spiny-rayed Fishes Glossary References Index

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Book SynopsisThe ocean teems with life that thrives under difficult situations in unusual environments. This book takes readers to the absolute limits of the aquatic world - the fastest and deepest, the hottest and oldest creatures of the oceans.Trade ReviewOne of American Association for the Advancement of Science's Books for General Audiences and Young Adults 2014 "This gem of a book by marine biologist Stephen Palumbi and his son, science writer Anthony Palumbi, finds enough weirdness in the ocean to feed creativity for generations to come... The Palumbis' writing is a wonderful mix of meticulous science and creative panache... A joy whether read at one sitting, or dipped in and out of to prolong the pleasure."--Callum Roberts, Nature "Marine biologist Stephen R. Palumbi and writer Anthony R. Palumbi survey an impressive catch of extreme oceanic species, from the oldest to the deepest-dwelling... A brilliant use of the rich store of research into Earth's largest habitat."--Nature "From 'immortal' jellyfish that age in reverse, to zombie bone worms that eat the skeletons of dead whales, the ocean is full of bizarre characters. Biologist Stephen Palumbi and his science writer son, Anthony, profile the most unusual specimens. Chapters cover the smallest, the oldest, the hottest and the coldest species, among others, and the landscape of strange creatures is brought to life by charming writing."--Clara Moskowitz, Scientific American "The Palumbis probe life in the depths of the oceans and in tide waters in successive chapters spotlighting the long-lived Bowhead whale; sea species that adapt to extremely high temperatures and others to cold; clownfish, which change gender, becoming male or female as circumstances dictate; and much more. The authors end with a warning that the oceans contain a complex ecology in which each species 'thrives in its easily disrupted specialized niche.'... A sparkling appreciation of the wonderful variety of marine life that also communicates an important message."--Kirkus Reviews "The book reads like an action-adventure novel... This approach is a pleasant departure from dull textbook prose. It will delight readers who lack scientific credentials but yearn to understand the diversity of life in the oceans. The text demystifies, mystifies, and amazes."--Geraldine Richards, ForeWord Reviews "Highlighting the strangest cases in animate sea life, marine ecologist S.R. Palumbi exudes a palpable and contagious sense of delight as he enlists his writer son's help to fill the 'gap in character development' in the story of the ocean's robust yet fragile ecosystems... By showing how each creature is so tightly tied to its environment, the authors are able to effectively demonstrate how small human-driven changes to the oceans disrupt a complex system developed over millions of years. The Palumbis encourage a childlike curiosity by showing us the amazing diversity of life down below, and perhaps our inner children will pester our grownup selves into doing what needs to be done to keep these habitats intact."--Publishers Weekly "A giddy scientific tour of weird underwater life."--Richard Conniff, TakePart "The Palumbis give us the sense that although some parts of nature are more romantically wondrous than others--those sponges, giant squids doing epic battle with sperm whales--it is the variety that is wonderful."--Owen Richardson, Sydney Morning Herald "The whole safari is conducted with a verve and joy that only comes from a deep love of the subject, a life-long dedication to its exploration and a true communicator's sense of the mot juste. This experience and range means the Palumbis can write comfortably about research and researchers, and about the physical and mental exploration of the ocean's ecology... [A] splendid book ... a dynamic text."--Adrian Barnett, New Scientist "Stephen and Anthony Palumbi--father and son; biologist and science writer--are brilliant guides to this realm about which we as a species have been remarkably incurious... The Palumbis pere et fils give us the new stories in succinct prose beautifully freighted with apt similes and metaphors."--Peter Forbes, Independent "The Extreme Life of the Sea is less narrative and more an enthusiastic sharing of cool things in the sea, which are loosely tied together in thematic sections. It is not, however, just a collection of 'gee whiz' facts. The compelling vignettes help to convey broader concepts of science and nature with excitement and enthusiasm... It reminds us that science and the natural world are really cool."--Josh Witten, Finch and the Pea "Highlighting the strangest cases of marine life, the authors give us a hint of the ocean's robust yet fragile ecosystems... In their delightful, vivid description about the struggle for existence in the sea, the Palumbis do manage to communicate a vital message: even the extreme conditions in the deep sea are not immune from disruptive and destructive human greed."--Wan Lixin, Shanghai Daily "Who doesn't like reading about the fantastical creatures that stalk the inky depths of the world's oceans? In The Extreme Life of the Sea, it's the marine environment's superlatives that are on display."--Scientist Magazine "The uniqueness of this book is due to the combination of a novel's flair utilizing figurative language and analogies with scientific concepts... The authors seek to help us understand the value, complexity, and vastness of the ocean and the importance of consequences of their actions. I think that this would be an excellent book in a seminar for high school students and biology majors in college."--Jean Worsley, NSTA Recommends "[The Palumbis] have written about some of the most alien creatures you will ever encounter, and for many of them it is far more pleasant to encounter them on these pages than in real life. Yet as strange as they are, many of them are vital to keeping the oceans in balance, or as indicators of oceans out of balance, and so we ought to know them better. Brightly written, with footnotes but without ponderousness, the Palumbis' book succeeds in inspiring what they say they in their preface that they set out to produce: 'a sense of guiltless wonder about how wonderful the ocean's life actually is.'"--Rob Hardy, Columbus Dispatch "[A] stimulating and enjoyable read."--Diver Magazine "Steve Palumbi has got a gift for summarizing complicated issues related to his field, making them both relatable and entertaining... The Extreme Life of the Sea plunges readers into the world of 'the fastest and deepest, the hottest and oldest creatures of the oceans.'... At the heart of the book, though, the Palumbis stress how marine creatures have managed to adapt and thrive in some of the most punishing environments imaginable. Obviously, there's plenty we can learn from them."--Crystal Chow, San Jose Mercury News "Extremophiles are fun! Basically, they're the biggest, smallest, hardiest and definitely the oddest bunch of beasties to be found anywhere on this planet. The Palumbi father and son team--one scientist and one writer--bring us this fun little book on the extremophiles of the sea... The best part of the book is that the authors do more than just recite oddball trivia, they really tell the stories of the animals in the book... This is a solid book, very informative and very entertaining but with a strong message."--John Dupuis, Confessions of a Science Librarian "This engaging book eloquently captures the long history and immense variety of life in the world's oceans, and provides a glimpse into what makes the seas so special... Better than science fiction, this book is filled with amazing stories about amazing creatures... Sweetly enthusiastic, enlightening and witty and, at times, inspired... Regardless of your level of knowledge, this quietly joyful and informative book has something of value for everyone."--GrrlScientist "Drawing on decades of scientific research as well as a knack for storytelling, the authors convey what happens at the ocean depths without sugarcoating it... It doesn't just shed light on some of the most mysterious workings of the sea; it does so with vivid prose while managing to convey scientists' current understanding of how and why these phenomena operate. If that doesn't make people more invested in preserving the ocean, it's hard to know what will."--Juliet Eilperin, Washington Post "A rare hybrid: a funny and easy-to-read book full of accurate science."--Susan Scott, Honolulu Star-Advertiser "Marine biologists as well as lay readers with more than a casual interest in marine science will find this an engrossing discussion of what lies beneath the waters, how it's adapted, and threats to this adaptation process."--James A. Cox, California Bookwatch "Extensive notes and an index round out this fascinating account, enthusiastically recommended for public and college library collections alike."--James A. Cox, Midwest Book Review "Simply a tour de force, a splendid must read for any natural history enthusiast."--Gabriel Thoumi, Mongabay.com "This book about sea creatures is perfect for the curious person with limited time for reading... [T]he authors investigate all sorts of oddities, including whale falls, the bizarre sex life of angler fish, and the amazing aerodynamic design of humpback whale fins. They have conducted research in all sorts of odd corners of marine science and are wonderfully up-to-date, and end their text the necessary final chapter on how humans might be affecting all this diversity."--Choice "While packed with scientific information, this book is an easy read. The average chapter is just over ten pages long, and each is divided into clearly labeled subsections. It is fairly generously illustrated and written in a light, conversational style--as seen by the references to Volkswagen Beetles and the population of India. These characteristics make this an easy book to dip into, but once you get started, you'll probably want to immerse yourself."--Tom Baker, Japan News "The chapters are informative and interesting and altogether well written."--Tom Fenchel, Marine Biology Research "Every page of this wonderful book is filled with nuggets of information. It becomes quite clear that we all must strive to protect this vast pool of life that enables our own lives to continue."--Explorers Journal "One of the most informative books I've ever read."--Al Ristori, Newark Star-Ledger "Only the strong survive, it is said, but The Extreme Life of the Sea makes a good case for the strange, the efficient, and the ugly... [A]n engaging blend. Stanford professor Stephen serves up the heavier science of DNA and physiology, seasoned with a sprightly narrative, some scene-setting and humor from novelist Anthony. Extreme Life uses Guinness Record-like chapters to discuss the smallest, the deepest, the shallowest and the coldest marine life-forms."--Melissa Davis, Seattle Times "[B]eautifully descriptive and refreshingly free of technical terms. Here is a book that will be enjoyed by anyone with an interest in the biology of the seas, whatever their level of scientific education."--Anthony O'Toole, Sherkin Comment "This is a scientifically rich book that is also a good read and would be appropriate for a wide range of audiences."--AAAS "[W]ell worth purchasing... [The Extreme Life of the Sea] is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the seas and their creatures from the earliest ages to the present."--Al Ristori, Newark Star-LedgerTable of ContentsPreface and Acknowledgments: Guiltless Wonder vii Prologue The Epic Ocean 1 1 The Earliest 5 2 The Most Archaic 19 3 The Smallest 36 4 The Deepest 46 5 The Shallowest 65 6 The Oldest 81 7 The Fastest Sprints and Longest Journeys 94 8 The Hottest 112 9 The Coldest 125 10 The Strangest Family Lives 141 11 Future Extremes 158 Epilogue: A Grand Bargain 175 Notes 179 Index 209 Color figures follow page 84.

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Book SynopsisThis volume is a comprehensive review of current scientific knowledge about the world’s largest and most famous living reptiles.Trade ReviewBiology and Evolution of Crocodyliansis an expensive book, but it is one that will serve any paleontologist seeking a detailed review of all aspects of modern crocodylian biology. The photographs and illustrations also make it a very attractive book for any natural history enthusiast. -- Adam Pritchard * Palaeontologica Electronica *The author, Gordon Grigg, and illustrator, David Kirshner, have written a wonderful, beautifully illustrated, all-inclusive treatise on the Crocodylia that has already become (and will remain for the foreseeable future) the most important compilation of information and references yet attempted. It will be invaluable to both current researchers and future generations of crocodylian biologists.... [D]espite working in the area of crocodylian evolutionary biology for over 35 years, I learned more about these animals than I ever imagined by reading this volume.... Overall, this is a most remarkable publication, one that surely will stand the test of time and be remembered as one of the most important contributions ever in the history of crocodylian research. -- Llewellyn D. Densmore * The Quarterly Review of Biology *Table of ContentsForeword Preface Acknowledgements1. INTRODUCTION Introducing crocodylians The living species of crocodylians The growth of scientific knowledge about crocodylians Body size and age2. THE CROCODYLIAN FAMILY TREE The modern crocodylians and their relationships Extinct Crocodylia and other crocodile-like reptiles; crocs in 'deep time' Summary3. CROCODYLIANS CLOSER UP The external features of crocodylians Skull and musculoskeletal system4. LOCOMOTION, BUOYANCY, AND TRAVEL Crocodylians on land Crocodylians in the water Buoyancy Stomach stones (gastroliths) Capacity for long distance travel5. SENSORY SKILLS AND BRAIN Vision Hearing, movement and balance Brain and cranial nerves Olfaction and gustation (chemosensation) Sense organs of the skin Cognitive capacities and learning6. FEEDING, DIGESTION, AND NUTRITION What do crocodylians eat? Prey capture and handling Digestion Nutrition7. ENERGY SUPPLY AND DELIVERY The metabolic engines: crocodylian biochemistry and metabolism Whole body metabolism (anaerobic and aerobic) The respiratory system The circulatory system8. THE WORLD'S MOST EXTRAORDINARY HEART A tour of the crocodylian heart Non-shunting and shunting patterns of blood flow What is the significance of pulmonary by-pass shunting in crocodylians?9. DIVING AND SUBMERGENCE BEHAVIOUR AND PHYSIOLOGY When? Why? How deep? How, and how for so long? Diving behaviour of crocodylians in the wild Physiological support for crocodylian diving What are the longest submergences by crocodylians that can be supported aerobically?10. THERMAL RELATIONS Introduction: crocodylians are not like other reptiles Daily and seasonal patterns of body temperature Behaviours that modify body temperature Physiological mechanisms of thermoregulation Thermal acclimatization Crocodylians may have endothermic ancestry Could even the basal archosaurs have been endothermic?11. SALT AND WATER BALANCE Salt and water balance in Crocodylus porosus: an introduction to crocodylian osmoregulation Salt and water balance in other crocodylians Living out of water, 'aestivation' Salt glands and implications for crocodylian evolutionary history12. REPRODUCTION Introduction: they’re more like birds Oviducts, ovulation, fertilisation and the gravid stage13. POPULATIONS AND POPULATION ECOLOGY Populations (and species) Population dynamics: changes through time Case Histories14. CONSERVATION, COMMERCIALISATION, AND CONFLICT Introduction Historical perspective The future for crocodylians?INDEX

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Book SynopsisIllustrated with stunning color photographs by the world's leading nature photographers, Sea Turtles will inform and inspire readers of all ages everywhere.Trade ReviewIn this comprehensive guide, [Spotila] treats in detail the seven species: green turtles, hawksbills, olive ridleys, Kemp's ridleys, loggerheads, flatbacks, and leatherbacks. Each chapter includes tables of data on where the species is found, population estimates of colonies, and, in some cases, a chronology of conservation efforts... Spotila, fittingly, offers vignettes of conservation projects that provide human interest... Spotila's book is recommended for high school, university, and research-level libraries. Library Journal Such enthusiasm is infectious... The accessible text is beautifully illustrated with numerous color photographs. The lay readers will be captivated. The book's review of what scientists know about these charismatic but woefully endangered creatures is substantial enough to interest biologists and conservationists as well. -- Roger Harris American Scientist 2005 Each species gets a chapter with sumptuous photographs, and short personal profiles pay homage to those spearheading conservation efforts. New Scientist 2005 Sea Turtles is spellbinding, articulate, indispensible and, with its many full-color photos, taken by the world's leading underwater photographers, astonishing. Spirit of Aloha 2005 The author is both a leading authority on sea turtles and a talented writer; his passion for the subject is on every page. Choice 2005 An evocative portrait of the seven species and their valiant fight for survival. Compendium Newsletter 2006 This is a great book. Wildlife Activist 2006 Clearly written and well-illustrated book... provides a helpful primer for nonscientists. -- Larry Evans Charlotte Herald-Tribune 2005 It is this mixture of scientific expertise and outright human awe that makes this book such a treasure... A trove of information, a collection of spectacular photos, and an ode to a creature that somehow, years after its birth, is able to navigate back to the precise beach where it was born to lay its own eggs. Philadelphia Inquirer 2004 Bottom line: This book is worthy of centerpiece placement on any coffee table. But Sea Turtles' loftier goal make it more than just another pretty picture book. -- Mary Beth Regan Baltimore Sun Sea Turtles capitalizes on the depth of James Spotila's experience in field and political environments as well as his evident passion for conservation, [producing] an equally compelling, modern book. Readers of all stripes will be captivated by the outstanding photography and entertained by the stories... A wonderful entree into the exciting world of sea turtles for the uninitiated and a delightful repast for everyone. His eloquent words are inspiring, and his hopeful message deserves to be heard. -- Fredric J. Janzen Science 2005 This lavishly produced book is filled with numerous excellent photographs, as well as beautiful schematics of anatomy and distribution maps. But this is much more than a coffee-table book: it deserves space on the academic's bookshelf. -- Graeme C. Hays Nature 2005 Open this new, beautifully produced book and you'll find yourself hopelessly caught up in the life of sea turtles. Post Register 2006 This is simply a great book: lucid, literate, and lavishly illustrated. -- Tony Tucker Aquatic Mammals 2006 This volume hits the sweet spot between a hard science manual and a mere coffee table book. -- Michael Stachowitsch Marine Ecology 2008 A worldwide study into what is causing the decrease in sea turtles throughout the world. Going beyond just what is causing it, though, [Spotila] carefully explicates why the decline is so important to all living things. Black Sheep Dances 2011Table of ContentsPrefaceChapter 1. Introduction: The Seven SwimmersChapter 2. Life Cycles: From Sand to SeaChapter 3. Biology: Under the ShellChapter 4. History: The Ancient LineageChapter 5. Conservation: An Uncertain FutureChapter 6. Green Turtles: The Grass EatersChapter 7. Hawksbills: The Sponge EatersChapter 8. Olive Ridleys: A Phenomenon of NatureChapter 9. Kemp's Ridleys: The Rarest of AllChapter 10. Loggerheads: A Crushing JawChapter 11. Flatbacks: Australia's TurtleChapter 12. Leatherbacks: The Giant MarinerChapter 13. Conclusion: Dreaming of Eden Sources and Suggested ReadingIndex

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Book SynopsisThe Eponym Dictionary is a series of brief but concise biographies of all those people after whom fish have been named in both the vernacular and scientific names. It also covers names which seem to be eponyms but are not, such as toponyms, names of organisations, ethnic groups, etc. It also shows the networks of scientific collaboration, friendship or patronage. Each species named after an individual is listed with their authors and years for context and wherever possible it is shown how the authors and the eponym are linked. Every effort has been made to be accurate and meticulous, and the book is also a repository of biographical knowledge that will entertain as well as inform. In conjunction with the other books it forms a database of everyone named in a vertebrate. For ease of use, this volume is designed as a dictionary, making it easy to find the person behind the name and, in doing so, discover which fish commemorates them and learn something of their lives and background. For many obscure individuals, these vignettes may be as full a biography of the person as possible, but for the famous it is merely a starting point that shows the enquirer, with confidence, the right person. Some brief entries summarise whole volumes of biography, especially those honoured in a name because of their standing in society rather than their scientific behaviour. There is a vast range of derivations related not just to scientists, zoologists and scholars, but also pop stars, TV and film personalities and writers. There is a whole world of aquarists and fish hobbyists, many of whom have been immortalised for adding to our knowledge of tropical fish. Moreover, there are many people whose only claim to fame is that naming. The parents, spouses, sons and daughters of ichthyologists are well-represented, as are their teachers and even their lovers. The Eponym Dictionary of Fishes is a web of relationships and connections, icons and idols.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"This pocket guide is perfect for those on a budget, for those wanting something they will have to hand when out and about, as well as to just marvel at the shear diversity of sharks and to learn more about how to identify them. I know it will be in my bag on every trip!"---Caroline Robertson-Brown, Scubaverse"Stunning and a much-needed resource on these much maligned and beautiful creatures."---Roy Stewart, British Naturalists Association

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Book SynopsisThis is a tale of human obsession, one intrepid tuna, the dedicated fisherman who caught and set her free, the promises and limits of ocean science and the big truth of how our insatiable appetite for bluefin transformed a cottage industry into a global dilemma.In 2004, an enigmatic charter captain named Al Anderson caught and marked one Atlantic bluefin tuna off New England's coast with a plastic fish tag. Fourteen years later that fish dubbed Amelia for her ocean-spanning journeys died in a Mediterranean fish trap, sparking Karen Pinchin's riveting investigation into the marvels, struggles, and prehistoric legacy of this remarkable species.Over his fishing career Al marked more than sixty thousand fish with plastic tags, an obsession that made him nearly as many enemies as it did friends. His quest landed him in the crossfire of an ongoing fight between a booming bluefin tuna industry and desperate conservation efforts, a conflict that is once again heating up as overfishing and clTrade Review‘Karen Pinchin has written a moving, vivid, often heart-pounding narrative of the love, greed and dramas surrounding the lives and deaths of a fish upon whom human fortunes rise and fall–each an individual animal who surely loves his or her life as much as we love ours. Kings of Their Own Ocean is a moving and ultimately hopeful story, reminding us that if we are honest and we are wise, we still may save the denizens of our imperiled seas.’ Sy Montgomery, New York Times bestselling author of The Soul of an Octopus ‘Pinchin has written pathos, poetry and adrenaline into a story about one of the most famed and endangered sea creatures on the planet: the bluefin tuna. Not easy to get the science right while making the reporting riveting. But she did … Well worth the read.’ Ian Urbina, nationally bestselling author of The Outlaw Ocean ‘Awash in lyricism and anchored in science and history, Kings of Their Own Ocean submerges readers in the enthralling lives of Al Anderson and Amelia to explore the depths of the Atlantic bluefin tuna industry. Eloquent and sobering, Pinchin uncovers the tenuous fate of the bluefin, and deftly explains why the choices we make about the ocean matter.’ Gloria Dickie, author of Eight Bears and a National Geographic Explorer ‘In Kings of Their Own Ocean, Karen Pinchin has brought vigor and pathos to the human relationship with the inhabitants of our oceans—and what this complex relationship means for the future of the planet.’ Alicia Kennedy, author of No Meat Required ‘Strap in to your deck chairs and prepare to land the story of several lifetimes. In Kings of Their Own Ocean, a church launches a global seafood empire, researchers feud, the tuna leap, and most of all, fishermen and citizen scientists manage to save a vital species, armed only with their wits and a few plastic tags. Pinchin’s deep reporting and stunning prose ensure tuna will never taste the same.’ Lizzie Stark, author of Egg: A Dozen Ovatures

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Book SynopsisFrom shark attack survivor to the shark's biggest advocate, Paul de Gelder tells us just why these majestic diverse animals need our help as much as we need them.Something happens to you the first time you dive with sharksWe have a perennial fascination with sharks. Portrayed in the media and popular culture as killing machines, we are awed by their power and strength. But the shark is so much more a marvel of the sea, they have evolved over 450 million years into over 500 species, from the bioluminescent kitefin to the tiny dwarf lantern shark, the sociable lemon shark to the cow shark, which can birth up to 100 pups in one litter. Bringing balance to the ocean's ecosystem, our planet is at serious risk when these amazing creatures are threatened.Paul de Gelder, who lost two limbs in a shark attack during a mission as an elite Australian navy clearance diver, spent time as part of his recovery learning all about sharks. He became so obsessed that, despite what happened to him, he is Trade Review‘De Gelder’s uncommon perspective distinguishes the book, and it amplifies his call to protect sharks: if he sounds the alarm, the rest of us should at least take notice.’ – New Scientist ‘An ode to the species … De Gelder’s passion is all the more impressive when you learn about his own first near-fatal encounter.’ – Guardian

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Book SynopsisLaurence A. MoranAfter earning his PhD from Princeton University in 1974, Professor Moran spent four years at the Université dè Geneve in Switzerland. He has been a member of the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Toronto since 1978, specializing in molecular biology and molecular evolution. His research findings on heat-shock genes have been published in many scholarly journals. H. Robert HortonDr. Horton, who received his PhD from the University of Missouri in 1962, is William Neal Reynolds Professor Emeritus and Alumni Distinguished Professor Emeritus in the Department of Biochemistry at North Carolina State University, where he served on the faculty for over 30 years. Most of Professor Horton's research was in protein and enzyme mechanisms. K. Gray ScrimgeourProfessor Scrimgeour received his doctorate from the University of Washington in 1961 and has been a faculty member at the University Table of ContentsBrief Contents Introduction. Form and Movement. Respiration. Blood and its Circulation. Buoyancy and Thermal Regulation. Hydronuneral Balance. Feeding, Nutrition, Digestion, and Excretion. Growth. Reproduction. Sensory Perception. Behavior and Communication. Systematics, Genetics and Speciation. Evolution. Hagfishes and Lampreys. Sharks, Rays and Chimaeras. Relict Bony Fishes. Bonytongues, Eels and Herrings. Minnows, Characins, and Catfishes. Smelt, Salmon and Pike. Angler Fish, Barracudinas, Cods, and Dragonfishes. Mullets, Silversides, Flying Fish, and Killifish. Opahs, Squirrelfish, Dories, Pipefish, and Sculpins. Perciformes: Snooks to Snakeheads. Flounders, Puffers, and Molas. Zoogeography of Freshwater Fishes. Zoogeography of Marine Fishes. Introduction to Ecology. Temperate Streams. Temperate Lakes and Reservoirs. Tropical Freshwater Lakes and Streams. Estuaries. Coastal Habitats. Tropical Reefs. Epipelagic Zone. Deep Sea Habitats. Polar Regions. Conservation.

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Book SynopsisIn Fish, Fishing and the Meaning of Life Jeremy Paxman creates the perfect literary catch for fellow angling enthusiasts in this rich and varied anthology. ''A superb compilation because it roams from carp to cod, trout to tarpon and does not regurgitate the same old clippings'' Independent on Sunday.Each chapter is introduced by Paxman''s own sharp, humorous observations and features both contemporary and historical writing about fishing in prose and verse, covering everything from tench tickling to piranha attacks. Some pieces are well known favourites, others are obscure, every one is a delight. Jeremy Paxman is a journalist, best known for his work presenting Newsnight and University Challenge. His books include Empire, On Royalty, The English and The Political Animal. He lives in Oxfordshire.

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Book SynopsisThis book serves as an advanced text on fisheries and fishery population dynamics and as a reference for fisheries scientists. It provides a thorough treatment of contemporary topics in quantitative fisheries science and emphasizes the link between biology and theory by explaining the assumptions inherent in the quantitative methods. The analytical methods are accessible to a wide range of biologists, and the book includes numerous examples. The book is unique in covering such advanced topics as optimal harvesting, migratory stocks, age-structured models, and size models.Trade Review"This book, intended as a text for advanced courses, is a synthesis of quantitative fish population models and methods for quantitative stock assessment. Broadly inclusive, the book covers a variety of methods and models and incorporates modern statistical concepts where appropriate. Proceedings from simple to complex, chapters cover population growth, mortality, and the fishing process (CPUE); stock productivity and surplus production; stock and recruitment; growth and fecundity; delay-difference models; age-structured models; catch-age and age-structured assessment methods; size-structured models and assessment methods; migration, movement, and spatiotemporal considerations; and optimal harvesting."--Fisheries "Why should a terrestrial ecologist be interested in a book on fish population dynamics, and especially a book on quantitative fish population dynamics? There are at least two compelling reasons. First, much of the foundational work in population ecology was motivated by problems in fisheries. . . . Second, mathematical methods are not taxon biased; theoretical methods have made a considerable contribution in ecology because they allow us to see connections between apparently disparate systems. . . . Quinn and Deriso give a broad and deep synthesis of the quantitative models used to study the dynamics of fish populations and the methods used for fisheries stock assessment. . . . Reading and studying the book . . . will definitely be worthwhile because one will see that this is really a book about the fundamental problems in ecology . . . The book will set a very high standard for analysis of fish population dynamics and stock assessment as we move towards a sustainable future."--Ecology "This book stimulates valuable syntheses of diverse theory and methods, deepens understanding of the properties and ensures wiser applications of management modelling. The book covers a broad spectrum of the recent developments in qualitative fish dynamics, provides considerable theoretical and mathematical depth and an excellent synthesis for many of these diverse developments. The book is the first to review several recent applications of Bayesian methods for estimation and decision analysis in fisheries. It is worthwhile reading mainly for those genuinely interested in the mathematical properties of modelling approaches, and to gain information on recent advances in this field and on topics poorly covered in other books. The book's broad coverage of current developments, attention to detail and numerous illustrated examples make it an important contribution and a handy reference for quantitative fisheries scientists." - Murdoch McAllister, Trends in Ecology & Evolution "Over the last two decades the fields of fish population dynamics and stock assessment have seen major advances; concomitantly, fisheries worldwide have declined in productivity owing to overfishing, habitat degradation, and climate change. This suggests that strategies for improved fisheries assessment and management will require greater overall understanding of linkages among demographic, environmental, and anthropogenic processes that underlie the dynamics of exploited populations. This book provides an up-to-date synthesis and coherent framework with which to explore and comprehend these theoretical and practical issues. ... [It] clearly fills a void where no up-to-date textbooks exist ... [and will also] be useful to a wider audience of fishery scientists, mathematical ecologists, conservation biologists, population dynamicists, and resource managers involved in research ..."--The Quarterly Review of Biology "This book, intended as a text for advanced courses, is a synthesis of quantitative fish population models and methods for quantitative stock assessment. Broadly inclusive, the book covers a variety of methods and models and incorporates modern statistical concepts where appropriate. Proceedings from simple to complex, chapters cover population growth, mortality, and the fishing process (CPUE); stock productivity and surplus production; stock and recruitment; growth and fecundity; delay-difference models; age-structured models; catch-age and age-structured assessment methods; size-structured models and assessment methods; migration, movement, and spatiotemporal considerations; and optimal harvesting."--Fisheries "Why should a terrestrial ecologist be interested in a book on fish population dynamics, and especially a book on quantitative fish population dynamics? There are at least two compelling reasons. First, much of the foundational work in population ecology was motivated by problems in fisheries. . . . Second, mathematical methods are not taxon biased; theoretical methods have made a considerable contribution in ecology because they allow us to see connections between apparently disparate systems. . . . Quinn and Deriso give a broad and deep synthesis of the quantitative models used to study the dynamics of fish populations and the methods used for fisheries stock assessment. . . . Reading and studying the book . . . will definitely be worthwhile because one will see that this is really a book about the fundamental problems in ecology . . . The book will set a very high standard for analysis of fish population dynamics and stock assessment as we move towards a sustainable future."--Ecology "This book stimulates valuable syntheses of diverse theory and methods, deepens understanding of the properties and ensures wiser applications of management modelling. The book covers a broad spectrum of the recent developments in qualitative fish dynamics, provides considerable theoretical and mathematical depth and an excellent synthesis for many of these diverse developments. The book is the first to review several recent applications of Bayesian methods for estimation and decision analysis in fisheries. It is worthwhile reading mainly for those genuinely interested in the mathematical properties of modelling approaches, and to gain information on recent advances in this field and on topics poorly covered in other books. The book's broad coverage of current developments, attention to detail and numerous illustrated examples make it an important contribution and a handy reference for quantitative fisheries scientists." - Murdoch McAllister, Trends in Ecology & Evolution "Over the last two decades the fields of fish population dynamics and stock assessment have seen major advances; concomitantly, fisheries worldwide have declined in productivity owing to overfishing, habitat degradation, and climate change. This suggests that strategies for improved fisheries assessment and management will require greater overall understanding of linkages among demographic, environmental, and anthropogenic processes that underlie the dynamics of exploited populations. This book provides an up-to-date synthesis and coherent framework with which to explore and comprehend these theoretical and practical issues. ... [It] clearly fills a void where no up-to-date textbooks exist ... [and will also] be useful to a wider audience of fishery scientists, mathematical ecologists, conservation biologists, population dynamicists, and resource managers involved in research ..."--The Quarterly Review of BiologyTable of Contents1. Population Growth, Mortality, and the Fishing Process ; 2. Stock Productivity and Surplus Production ; 3. Stock and Recruitment ; 4. Growth and Fecundity ; 5. Delay-Difference Models ; 6. Age-Structured Models: Per Recruit and Year-class Models ; 7. Age Structured Models: Renewal Theory ; 8. Catch-Age and Age-Structured Assessment Models ; 9. Size Structured Models and Assessment Methods ; 10. Migration and Movement ; 11. Optimal Harvesting

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Book SynopsisAquaculture exemplifies the ongoing global struggle to strike a sustainable balance between the conflicting needs of a rapidly increasing world population, human health, ecosystem health, the welfare of wild and domesticated animals, and the economic principles of globalized economies. On the one hand, aquaculture has great potential for providing us with a healthy and nutritious food supply whilst alleviating pressure on captive fisheries and reducing fisheries-induced habitat destruction, overfishing, genetic modification of wild populations, and wholesale waste of bycatch. On the other hand, aquaculture relies heavily on clean water, an increasingly precious (and dwindling) resource that is subject to intense pressure of being used for many competing objectives. This concise primer introduces students to the basic concepts, opportunities, and challenges of aquaculture with an emphasis on ecological considerations. It provides a critical assessment of current aquaculture practices frTrade ReviewThis important new volume on aquaculture presents a remarkable synthesis of all the key issues involved in the commercial culturing of freshwater and marine species. It provides a comprehensive overview of the basic biological elements of aquaculture, including new information on the use of genomic and genetic tools, and incorporates these analyses into a broader ecological, environmental, and sociological context. The emphasis on strategies for protecting water quality-a vital part of the aquaculture enterprise-is especially well-presented. The volume deserves wide readership among students and scientists who not only have interests in aquaculture, but also in sustaining robust aquatic ecosystems in freshwater and marine environments. * George N. Somero, David and Lucile Packard Emeritus Professor of Marine Science, Hopkins Marine Station, Stanford University, USA *Readers can obtain an excellent overall summation of the problems and ways forward as people rely more and more on augmented fish and seafood production. Though the style is technical, this primer is appropriate for both undergraduate and graduate students in various fields, including ecology, geography, and more. * Choice *Table of ContentsPreface Part I: GENERAL PRINCIPLES OF ECOLOGICAL AQUACULTURE 1: Aquaculture Terminology and Basic Concepts 2: The Historical Origins of Aquaculture 3: Seafood and Beyond: Key Aquaculture Objectives 4: Aquaculture Systems as Mesocosms 5: Integrated Multitrophic Polycultures 6: Domestication of Aquaculture Species Part II: BIOLOGY AND CULTURE OF AQUATIC SPECIES 7: Overview of Aquaculture Species Diversity 8: Environmentally Sustainable Plant Aquaculture 9: Aquaculture of Sponges and Cnidarians 10: Mollusc Aquaculture 11: Crustacean Aquaculture 12: Ornamental Fishes 13: Aquaculture of Freshwater Fish 14: Anadromous Fish 15: Catadromous Fish Part III: WATER QUALITY PARAMETERS 16: Abiotic Parameters 17: Feeds, Waste, and Stress 18: Infectious Diseases

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Book SynopsisAt once feared and revered, sharks have captivated people since our earliest human encounters. Along with photographs, this book tells the compelling story of the natural history of sharks. It also presents photographs that capture the relationship between people and sharks around the globe.

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Book SynopsisSecond revised edition of the colourful field guide to tropical marine life, from tide pools to coral reefs and the open ocean beyond.Trade Review[Review of previous edition: ] Anyone fascinated by the underwater world will be riveted by the photos in this richly illustrated guide... Readers can lose themselves in the magnificent environment beneath the sea, observing a parrot fish sleeping in its mucus cocoon and a manta ray being cleaned by two remoras as a diver swims nearby. The text, written by Michael, who has worked as a scientific consultant for National Geographic and the Discovery Channel, is aimed at the novice, but it is a comprehensive resource on the many different aquatic species that make their homes in and around the world's reefs. Each listing gives the creature's dimensions, location and specific details about its behavior. For snorkelers or divers who enjoy identifying the underwater life they have seen, this well researched and impeccably documented book will be an invaluable resource.-- (04/05/2013) [Review of previous edition: ] Brandon Cole is one of the world's most accomplished underwater photographers and certainly one of the most prolific.... He has put a collection of his pictures together to form a useful guide to tropical marine life. The text is by Scott Michael, a sometime scientific consultant to National Geographic Explorer and Discovery Channel. Six hundred pages make up a weighty volume measuring 16 x 18cm, and half of that is reproduced in the conventional form of a fish-identification book, with a photograph and details of an example of each species. However, much of this book contains chapters on such issues as parental care in reef fish, schooling and shoaling, venom and poison, and cleaner-fish ecology. It even has an appropriately small section on algae. A major section details the different coral reef communities found around the world... There are chapters on elasmobranches, invertebrates, marine reptiles and marine mammals and all are illustrated, almost without exception, with beautiful pictures by Brandon Cole, although Scott Michael and a few others have filled in the inevitable holes. The text is informative and well sourced without being too wordy.-- (06/01/2013) [Review of previous edition: ] Identifies hundreds of the most commonly encountered species in tropical marine environments all over the world... Reef Life features more than 1,000 color photographs of 800 species. The ID guide includes the most likely encountered fishes and features name, species, habitat, range and a description particular to the animal covered. Readers will find information on feeding, mimicry and symbiosis. There is also a chapter on conservation.-- (06/01/2013) [Review of previous edition: ] This colorful, eye-catching title provides the reader with in-depth text on tropical marine ecosystems accompanied by brilliant photography.... The book centers around the coral belt..... Along with information on the marine life in these areas the authors provide users with what they are likely to see while diving in these areas... Useful as an identification guide as well as for those who want to browse the incredible photographs.-- (08/15/2014)

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Book SynopsisThe Amazon Basin's rivers, estuaries and tributaries are home to as many as 1000 species of Catfish. In this work, two scientists offer a natural history of the Amazon giant catfish and its central place as a source of food and income within the ecology and economy of the Amazon Basin.

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Book SynopsisLake Michigan, winding creeks, sprawling swamps, and one of the world's great rivers--Illinois's variety of aquatic habitats makes the Prairie State home to a diverse array of fishes. The first book of its kind in over forty years, An Atlas of Illinois Fishes is a combination of nature guide and natural history. It provides readers with an authoritative resource based on the extensive biological data collected by scientists since the mid-1850s. Each of the entries on Illinois's 217 current and extirpated fish species offers one or more color photographs; maps depicting distributions at three time periods; descriptions of identifying features; notes on habitat preference; and comments on distribution. In addition, the authors provide a pictorial key for identifying Illinois fishes. Scientifically up-to-date and illustrated with over 240 color photos, An Atlas of Illinois Fishes is a benchmark in the study of Illinois's ever-changing fish communities and the habitats that support them.Trade Review"There are identification keys, photos, range maps, conservation information and more. This one fills a welcome need in my fish reference library. Any fish nerd would enjoy it." --Nature"'An Atlas of Illinois Fishes' joins the pantheon on the shelf left of my desk, within easy reach. " -- Dale Bowman, Chicago Sun-Times "The authors have done an excellent job in tracking down a tremendous amount of great information, both published and unpublished, about fish distribution in Illinois, and the thoroughness of their analyses and the detail they provide are impressive."--John Lyons, Curator of Fishes, University of Wisconsin Zoological Museum"What a monumental endeavor--to capture all that has changed in Illinois fish diversity and distribution in recent times. The result is a reference that will be enjoyed by scientist and naturalist alike."--Brant Fisher, Indiana Department of Natural Resources"If you are an amateur naturalist, An Atlas of Illinois Fishes: 150 Years of Change will be a welcome addition to your home library. If you are a professional biologist, the book will be a welcome addition to your office bookshelf. And, that’s just what the authors had in mind when they decided to write the book. It’s the first definitive book written on Illinois fish in 40 years." --Les Winkeler, Southern IllinoisanTable of Contentsxv Acknowledgments1 Purpose and Scope3 Setting the Scene12 A Historical Perspective of Illinois Fishes17 Fish Morphology20 Organization of Illinois Family and Species Accounts21 Methods for Mapping Species Distributions26 Key to the Families of Illinois Fishes41 LAMPREYS (Family Petromyzontidae)42 Key to the Lampreys46 Ohio Lamprey, Itchthyomyzon bdellium47 Chestnut Lamprey, Ichthyomyzon castaneus48 Northern Brook Lamprey, Ichthyomyzon fossor49 Silver Lamprey, Ichthyomyzon unicuspis50 Least Brook Lamprey, Lampetra aepyptera51 American Brook Lamprey, Lethenteron appendix52 Sea Lamprey, Petromyzon marinus53 STURGEONS (Family Acipenseridae)54 Key to the Sturgeons56 Lake Sturgeon, Acipenser fulvescens57 Pallid Sturgeon, Scaphirhynchus albus58 Shovelnose Sturgeon, Scaphirhynchus platorynchus59 PADDLEFISHES (Family Polyodontidae)60 Paddlefish, Polyodon spathula61 GARS (Family Lepisosteidae)62 Key to the Gars64 Alligator Gar, Atractosteus spatula65 Spotted Gar, Lepisosteus oculatus66 Longnose Gar, Lepisosteus osseus67 Shortnose Gar, Lepisosteus platostomus68 BOWFINS (Family Amiidae)69 Bowfin, Amia calva70 FRESHWATER EELS (Family Anguillidae)71 American Eel, Anguilla rostrata72 MOONEYES (Family Hiodontidae)73 Key to the Mooneyes74 Goldeye, Hiodon alosoides75 Mooneye, Hiodon tergisus76 SHADS AND HERRINGS (Family Clupeidae)77 Key to the Shad and Herrings79 Alabama Shad, Alosa alabamae80 Skip Jack Herring, Alosa chrysochloris81 Alewife, Alosa pseudoharengus82 Gizzard Shad, Dorosoma cepedianum83 Threadfin Shad, Dorosoma petenense84 SUCKERS (Family Catostomidae)85 Key to the Suckers94 River Carpsucker, Carpiodes carpio95 Quillback, Carpiodes cyprinus96 Highfin Carpsucker, Carpiodes velifer97 Longnose Sucker, Catostomus catostomus98 White Sucker, Catostomus commersonii99 Blue Sucker, Cycleptus elongatus100 Western Creek Chubsucker, Erimyzon claviformis101 Lake Chubsucker, Erimyzon sucetta102 Northern Hog Sucker, Hypentelium nigricans103 Smallmouth Buffalo, Ictiobus bubalus104 Bigmouth Buffalo, Ictiobus cyprinellus105 Black Buffalo, Ictiobus niger106 Spotted Sucker, Minytrema melanops107 Silver Redhorse, Moxostoma anisurum108 River Redhorse, Moxostoma carinaturm109 Black Redhorse, Moxostoma duquesnei110 Golden Redhorse, Moxostoma erythrurum111 Shorthead Redhorse, Moxostoma macrolepidotum112 Greater Redhorse, Moxostoma valenciennesi113 BARBS AND CARPS (Family Cyprinidae)114 Key to the Barbs and Carps115 Goldfish, Carassius auratus116 Common Carp, Cyprinus carpio117 SHARPBELLIES (Family Xenocyprididae)118 Key to the Sharpbellies120 Grass Carp, Ctenopharyngodon idella121 Silver Carp, Hypophthalmichthys molitrix122 Bighead Carp, Hypophthalmichthys nobilis123 Black Carp, Mylopharyngodon piceus124 MINNOWS (Family Leuciscidae)125 Key to the Minnows153 Central Stoneroller, Campostoma anomalum154 Largescale Stoneroller, Campostoma oligolepis155 Southern Redbelly Dace, Chrosomus erythrogaster156 Redside Dace, Clinostomus elongatus157 Lake Chub, Couesius plumbeus158 Red Shiner, Cyprinella lutrensis159 Spotfin Shiner, Cyprinella spiloptera160 Blacktail Shiner, Cyprinella venusta161 Steelcolor Shiner, Cyprinella whipplei162 Silverjaw Minnow, Ericymba buccata163 Gravel Chub, Erimystax x-punctatus164 Western Silvery Minnow, Hybognathus argyritis165 Brassy Minnow, Hybognathus hankinsoni166 Cypress Minnow, Hybognathus hayi167 Mississippi Silvery Minnow, Hybognathus nuchalis168 Plains Minnow, Hybognathus placitus169 Bigeye Chub, Hybopsis amblops170 Pallid Shiner, Hybopsis amnis171 Striped Shiner, Luxilus chrysocephalus172 Common Shiner, Luxilus cornutus173 Bleeding Shiner, Luxilus zonatus174 Scarlet Shiner, Lythrurus fasciolaris175 Ribbon Shiner, Lythrurus fumeus176 Redfin Shiner, Lythrurus umbratilis177 Sturgeon Chub, Macrhybopsis gelida178 Shoal Chub, Macrhybopsis hyostoma179 Sicklefin Chub, Macrhybopsis meeki180 Silver Chub, Macrhybopsis storeriana181 Hornyhead Chub, Nocomis biguttatus182 River Chub, Nocomis micropogon183 Golden Shiner, Notemigonus crysoleucas184 Pugnose Shiner, Notropis anogenus185 Emerald Shiner, Notropis atherinoides186 River Shiner, Notropis blennius187 Bigeye Shiner, Notropis boops188 Ghost Shiner, Notropis buchanani189 Ironcolor Shiner, Notropis chalybaeus190 Bigmouth Shiner, Notropis dorsalis191 Blackchin Shiner, Notropis heterodon192 Blacknose Shiner, Notropis heterolepis193 Spottail Shiner, Notropis hudsonius194 Taillight Shiner, Notropis maculatus195 Ozark Minnow, Notropis nubilus196 Carmine Shiner, Notropis percobromus197 Silver Shiner, Notropis photogenis198 Rosyface Shiner, Notropis rubellus199 Silverband Shiner, Notropis shumardi200 Sand Shiner, Notropis stramineus201 Weed Shiner, Notropis texanus202 Mimic Shiner, Notropis volucellus203 Channel Shiner, Notropis wickliffi204 Pugnose Minnow, Opsopoeodus emiliae205 Suckermouth Minnow, Phenacobius mirabilis206 Bluntnose Minnow, Pimephales notatus207 Fathead Minnow, Pimephales promelas208 Bullhead Minnow, Pimephales vigilax209 Flathead Chub, Platygobio gracilis210 Bluehead Shiner, Pteronotropis hubbsi211 Longnose Dace, Rhinichthys cataractae212 Western Blacknose Dace, Rhinichthys obtusus213 Creek Chub, Semotilus atromoculatus214 SPINED LOACHES (Family Cobitidae)215 Oriental Weatherfish, Misgurnus anguillicaudatus216 NORTH AMERICAN CATFISHES (Family Ictaluridae)217 Key to the North American Catfishes224 White Catfish, Ameiurus catus225 Black Bullhead, Ameiurus melas226 Yellow Bullhead, Ameiurus natalis227 Brown Bullhead, Ameiurus nebulosus228 Blue Catfish, Ictalurus furcatus229 Channel Catfish, Ictalurus punctatus230 Mountain Madtom, Noturus eleutherus231 Slender Madtom, Noturus exilis232 Stonecat, Noturus flavus233 Tadpole Madtom, Noturus gyrinus234 Brindled Madtom, Noturus miurus235 Freckled Madtom, Noturus nocturnus236 Northern Madtom, Noturus stigmosus237 Flathead Catfish, Pylodictis olivaris238 PIKES AND MUDMINNOWS (Family Esocidae)239 Key to the Pikes and Mudminnows241 Grass Pickerel, Esox americanus242 Northern Pike, Esox lucius243 Muskellunge, Esox masquinongy244 Central Mudminnow, Umbra limi245 TROUTS, SALMONS, AND WHITEFISHES (Family Salmonidae)246 Key to the Trouts, Salmon, and Whitefishes251 Cisco, Coregonus artedi252 Lake Whitefish, Coregonus clupeaformis253 Bloater, Coregonus hoyi254 Blackfin Cisco, Coregonus nigripinnis255 Coho Salmon, Oncorhynchus kisutch256 Rainbow Trout, Oncorhynchus mykiss257 Chinook Salmon, Oncorhynchus tshawytscha258 Round Whitefish, Prosopium cylindraceum259 Brown Trout, Salmo trutta260 Brook Trout, Salvelinus fontinalis261 Lake Trout, Salvelinus namaycush262 SMELTS (Family Osmeridae)263 Rainbow Smelt, Osmerus mordax264 TROUT-PERCHES (Family Percopsidae)265 Trout-perch, Percopsis omiscomaycus266 PIRATE PERCHES (Family Aphredoderidae)267 Pirate Perch, Aphredoderus sayanus268 CAVEFISHES (Family Amblyopsidae)269 Shawnee Hills Cavefish, Forbesichthys papilliferus270 CUSKFISHES (Family Lotidae)271 Burbot, Lota lota272 GOBIES (Family Gobiidae)273 Round Goby, Neogobius melanostomus274 NEW WORLD SILVERSIDES (Family Atherinopsidae)275 Key to the New World Silversides276 Brook Silverside, Labidesthes sicculus277 Inland Silverside, Menidia beryllina278 TOPMINNOWS (Family Fundulidae)279 Key to the Topminnows281 Northern Studfish, Fundulus catenatus282 Banded Killifish, Fundulus diaphanus283 Starhead Topminnow, Fundulus dispar284 Blackstripe Topminnow, Fundulus notatus285 Blackspotted Topminnow, Fundulus olivaceus286 LIVEBEARERS (Family Poeciliidae)287 Western Mosquitofish, Gambusia affinis288 MULLETS (Family Mugilidae)289 Striped Mullet, Mugil cephalus290 SUNFISHES (Family Centrarchidae)291 Key to the Sunfishes301 Rock Bass, Ambloplites rupestris302 Flier, Centrarchus macropterus303 Green Sunfish, Lepomis cyanellus304 Pumpkinseed, Lepomis gibbosus305 Warmouth, Lepomis gulosus306 Orangespotted Sunfish, Lepomis humilis307 Bluegill, Lepomis macrochirus308 Longear Sunfish, Lepomis megalotis309 Redear Sunfish, Lepomis microlophus310 Northern Sunfish, Lepomis peltastes311 Spotted Sunfish, Lepomis punctatus312 Bantam Sunfish, Lepomis symmetricus313 Smallmouth Bass, Micropterus dolomieu314 Spotted Bass, Micropterus punctulatus315 Largemouth Bass, Micropterus salmoides316 White Crappie, Pomoxis annularis317 Black Crappie, Pomoxis nigromaculatus318 PYGMY SUNFISHES (Family Elassomatidae)319 Banded Pygmy Sunfish, Elassoma zonatum320 WHITE BASSES (Family Moronidae)321 Key to the White Basses323 White Perch, Morone americana324 White Bass, Morone chrysops325 Yellow Bass, Morone mississippiensis326 Striped Bass, Morone saxatilis327 DRUMS AND CROAKERS (Family Sciaenidae)328 Freshwater Drum, Aplodinotus grunniens329 DARTERS AND PERCHES (Percidae)330 Key to the Darters and Perches345 Western Sand Darter, Ammocrypta clara346 Eastern Sand Darter, Ammocrypta pellucida347 Crystal Darter, Crystallaria asprella348 Mud Darter, Etheostoma asprigene349 Greenside Darter, Etheostoma blennioides350 Rainbow Darter, Etheostoma caeruleum351 Bluebreast Darter, Etheostoma camurum352 Bluntnose Darter, Etheostoma chlorosoma353 Fringed Darter, Etheostoma crossopterum354 Iowa Darter, Etheostoma exile355 Fantail Darter, Etheostoma flabellare356 Slough Darter, Etheostoma gracile357 Harlequin Darter, Etheostoma histrio358 Stripetail Darter, Etheostoma kennicotti359 Least Darter, Etheostoma microperca360 Johnny Darter, Etheostoma nigrum361 Cypress Darter, Etheostoma proeliare362 Orangethroat Darter, Etheostoma spectabile363 Spottail Darter, Etheostoma squamiceps364 Banded Darter, Etheostoma zonale365 Yellow Perch, Perca flavescens366 Logperch, Percina caprodes367 Channel Darter, Percina copelandi368 Gilt Darter, Percina evides369 Blackside Darter, Percina maculata370 Slenderhead Darter, Percina phoxocephala371 Dusky Darter, Percina sciera372 River Darter, Percina shumardi373 Stargazing Darter, Percina uranidea374 Sauger, Sander canadense375 Walleye, Sander vitreum376 STICKLEBACKS (Family Gasterosteidae)377 Key to the Sticklebacks378 Brook Stickleback, Culaea inconstans379 Threespine Stickleback, Gasterosteus aculeatus380 Ninespine Stickleback, Pungitius pungitius381 SCULPINS (Family Cottidae)382 Key to the Sculpins384 Spoonhead Sculpin, Cottus ricei385 Deepwater Sculpin, Myoxocephalus thompsonii386 Mottled Sculpin, Uranidea bairdii387 Banded Sculpin, Uranidea carolinae388 Slimy Sculpin, Uranidea congnata389 Photo Credits and Locations394 Glossary397 Literature Cited401 Index of Common and Scientific Names

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Book SynopsisAt last, a fantastically illustrated new addition to the classic nature guide series.A Golden Guide to Sharks, like all the books in the series, presents a general overview of its subject in accessible prose, illuminated by detailed illustrations of the species discussed. It''s directness enables it to be appreciated by young and mature audiences alike.

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Book Synopsis Timely title assembling the combined knowledge of some of the leading authorities in the field of small fish reproduction - an important topic for risk assessment and registration of chemical, agricultural, and pharmaceutical compounds Provides guidance on the microscopic structure of living tissue and evaluation of the reproductive glands of small laboratory fish Includes state-of-the-art science along with sufficient anatomical and physiological background for understanding and interpreting test results Helps standardize the interpretation of results from aquatic bioassays and field observations, which will also clarify inconsistencies in the current scientific literature Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.Table of ContentsPreface xi Acknowledgments xiii Contributing Authors xv 1 Introduction 1 References 3 2 Fish Species of Interest 7 2.1 Fathead Minnow (Pimephales promelas) 8 2.2 Medaka (Oryzias latipes) 10 2.3 Zebrafish (Danio rerio) 12 2.4 Other Fish Species 13 References 15 3 Sexual Determination, Differentiation, and Gonadal Development 19 3.1 Primordial Germ Cells in the Primordial (Primary) Gonad 22 3.1.1 Differentiation and Number of PGCs 22 3.1.2 Molecular Markers of PGCs 25 3.2 Reproductive Strategies 26 3.3 Differentiation of the Primordial Gonad into Ovary or Testis 27 3.4 Gonadal Duct Formation 32 3.5 Endocrinology: Influence on Gonadogenesis 40 3.6 Critical Period of Sexual Differentiation in Developing Fish 45 3.7 Bi-Potentiality of Germ Cells in Adult Fish 47 References 51 4 Female Gonad Anatomy and Morphology 66 4.1 Gonadogenesis: Ovary 66 4.1.1 Location and Gross Organization 66 4.1.2 Anatomy of the Ovary 67 4.2 Hypothalamic–Pituitary–Ovarian Axis 69 4.3 Cellular Structure of the Ovary 69 4.3.1 Germ Cells (Oogenesis) 69 4.3.2 Female Somatic Supportive Tissue 78 4.3.2.1 Theca Cells 78 4.3.2.2 Granulosa Cells 81 References 81 5 Male Gonad Anatomy and Morphology 88 5.1 Gonadogenesis: Testes 88 5.1.1 Location and Gross Organization 88 5.1.2 Anatomy of the Testes 89 5.1.3 Germinal Epithelium 93 5.1.4 Male Germ Cells (Spermatogenesis) 95 5.1.5 Male Somatic Supportive Tissue 99 5.1.5.1 Sertoli Cells 99 5.1.5.2 Leydig Cells 103 5.1.5.3 Lobule Boundary Cells 104 5.1.5.4 Sex Steroid Control of Spermatogenesis 104 References 108 6 Endocrine-Disrupting Compounds 115 6.1 Individual Effects 117 6.1.1 Inhibition of Gametogenesis 117 6.1.2 Necrosis and Apoptosis (Gamete and Stromal Cells) 119 6.1.3 Atretic Follicles 121 6.1.4 Sertoli Cell Hypertrophy and Hyperplasia 123 6.1.5 Leydig Cell Hypertrophy and Hyperplasia 129 6.1.6 Fibrosis 129 6.1.7 Gonadal Duct Formation 132 6.2 Effects Associated with Exposure to Specific Compounds or Compound Classes 133 Table 6.1 Overt Testicular Changes in Male Fish, 134 Table 6.2 Testis–Ova in Male Fish, 148 Table 6.3 Testicular Fibrosis in Male Fish, 161 Table 6.4 Germ Cell Effects in Male Fish, 165 Table 6.5 Somatic Cell Effects in Male Fish, 181 Table 6.6 Testicular Inflammation and Macrophage Infiltration in Male Fish, 186 Table 6.7 Overt Ovarian Changes in Female Fish, 187 Table 6.8 Ovo–Testis in Female Fish, 195 Table 6.9 Ovarian Fibrosis in Female Fish, 196 Table 6.10 Germ Cell Effects in Female Fish, 197 Table 6.11 Germ Cell Atresia in Female Fish, 206 Table 6.12 Ovarian Inflammation and Macrophage Infiltration in Female Fish, 214 6.2.1 Effects in Male Fish Associated with Exposure to Specific Compounds or Compound Classes 215 6.2.1.1 Testis Architecture, Integrity, and Gross Appearance 215 6.2.1.2 Testis–Ova 215 6.2.1.3 Fibrosis 216 6.2.1.4 Germ Cell Effects 217 6.2.1.5 Somatic Cell Effects 219 6.2.1.6 Testicular Cell Inflammation and Macrophage Infiltration 219 6.2.2 Effects in Female Fish Associated with Exposure to Specific Compounds or Compound Classes 220 6.2.2.1 Ovary Architecture, Integrity, and Gross Appearance 220 6.2.2.2 Ovo–Testis 221 6.2.2.3 Fibrosis 221 6.2.2.4 Germ Cell Effects 222 6.2.2.5 Germ Cell Atresia 223 6.2.2.6 Germ Cell Inflammation and Macrophage Infiltration 225 6.3 Population Effects 225 6.3.1 Fecundity and Fertility 226 6.3.2 Breeding and Reproductive Behavior of Fishes 230 6.3.3 Transgenerational Effects 230 References 232 7 Determination of Effects of Exogenous Hormones and Endocrine-like Active Compounds 247 7.1 Histological Processing: Microdissection versus Whole-Fish Sectioning 247 7.2 Optimal Tissue Preparation and Histological Techniques 250 7.3 Plane of Gonad Sectioning for Optimal Organ Representation 251 References 252 8 Evaluation of Effects in Fish Gonads 254 8.1 Qualitative (Semiquantitative) versus Quantitative Evaluation 254 8.2 Gonadal Staging in the Testis 255 8.2.1 Qualitative Staging in the Testis 255 8.2.2 Quantitative Staging in the Testis 257 8.3 Gonadal Staging in the Ovary 262 8.3.1 Qualitative Staging in the Ovary 262 8.3.2 Quantitative Staging in the Ovary 264 8.4 Qualitative Assessment of Histopathological Changes 265 References 267 9 Experimental Design and Statistics 270 9.1 Basic Considerations in Experimental Design 270 9.1.1 Defining the Objectives 271 9.1.2 Asking Precise Questions 271 9.1.3 The Principal Question: Is There an Effect or Is There Not? 272 9.1.4 Basic Mechanistic Research, Risk Assessment, and the NOEC, LOEC, and ECx Question 272 9.2 Variables to be Determined and Their Inherent Biological and Mathematical Characteristics 274 9.2.1 Biological Characteristics 274 9.2.2 Mathematical Characteristics 278 9.3 Prerequisite Statistical Concepts 282 9.3.1 Sample Independence: The Experimental Unit 282 9.3.2 One- or Two-Sided Testing 283 9.3.3 Observable Effect Size: Minimum Observable Effect 283 9.3.4 Power (1 b) to Detect an Effect 284 9.3.5 Replication and Pseudoreplication 286 9.3.6 Minimum Significant Difference 287 9.4 Statistical Tests and Testing Situations Encountered Routinely 288 9.4.1 Significance Level of Multiple Comparisons: Variable-wise Significance 288 9.4.2 Significance Level for Many Different Comparisons: Simultaneous Significance 288 9.4.3 Multivariate Tests 289 9.4.4 Parametric Versus Nonparametric Testing 289 References 289 10 Conclusions 295 References 297 Appendix: Fish Preparation and Microdissection of Organs 301 A.1 Fish Preparation 301 A.2 Microdissection of Organs 302 A.3 Tissue Fixation 303 A.3.1 Neutral Buffered Formalin 304 A.3.2 Bouin’s Fixative 304 A.3.3 Lillie’s Fixative 305 A.3.4 Davidson’s Fixative 305 A.3.5 Dietrich’s Fixative 306 A.3.6 Glutaraldehyde 306 A.4 Embedding 307 A.4.1 Paraffin 307 A.4.2 Glycolmethacrylate (GMA) 309 A.5 Tissue Sectioning 310 A.6 Sample Mounting 311 A.7 Tissue Slide Staining 312 A.7.1 Hematoxylin and Eosin 312 A.7.2 Masson’s Trichrome Stain 314 A.8 Final Processing 315 A.9 Examples 316 A.10 Summary 317 References 318 Index 319

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Book SynopsisA guide to the fishes most commonly found in the Great Lakes. It offers readers quick facts for each species, tips for identification, descriptions of their typical habitats, a discussion of what they eat, and tells about their conservation status.

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Book SynopsisPacific salmon inhabit a vast ecosystem that encompasses the rivers within and the ocean between coastal countries. From steep, cold snowmelt streams to major tributaries, from estuaries to the deep ocean, the range of Pacific salmon includes the Tachia River in Taiwan, the permafrost zone of Chukotka that flows to the Chukchi Sea, the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean between Japan and California, the streams and rivers of the Yukon Territory and British Columbia, and the myriad waterways in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and California, as far south as Rio Santo Domingo in Baja California. The North Pacific Rim nations--the United States, Canada, Russia, Japan, China, and the Koreas--enjoy vastly different economic, ecological, and cultural relationships with salmon and, until now, the types of data available to assess the abundance and biodiversity of these fish were almost as varied as the scientists who collect them. Atlas of Pacific Salmon is the first book to apply a common, newly calibrated yardstick to measure, across this broad ecosystem, the state of Pacific salmon, which have suffered precipitous declines in abundance and diversity in recent decades. The only map-based assessment of distribution and risk of extinction for seven species of Pacific salmon at one consistent scale, under one authorship, the Atlas is the result of five years' work by Xanthippe Augerot and other foremost experts in the field. Using state-of-the-art GIS mapping tools, this book offers a multidimensional view of Pacific salmon populations from a watershed perspective, through the natural boundaries in which the fish migrate, spawn, and mature. More than three dozen stunning full-page maps overlay the human, climatic, geological, and environmental impacts on salmon populations.Trade Review"Salmon are the world's most complex fishes, and no other swimming creatures have so affected peoples' view of themselves and their place in the world. This excellent Atlas is the most illuminating overview ever conceived about these miraculous creatures and their human and biological context." - Carl Safina, author of Song for the Blue Ocean "This atlas is no less than a guide to salmon conservation from California to Japan. The maps are works of art and their message is urgent: salmon populations need help everywhere." - Peter B. Moyle, author of Inland Fishes of California "Finally, a book that recognizes the true size and scope of the Pacific salmon ecosystem and the biological, cultural, and economic importance of salmon in that vast area. Such a bold and holistic approach has been needed for a long time." - Jim Lichatowich, author of Salmon without Rivers"

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Book SynopsisIn Darwin's Fishes, Daniel Pauly presents an encyclopaedia of ichthyology, ecology and evolution, based upon everything that Charles Darwin ever wrote about fish. Entries are arranged alphabetically and can be about, for example, a particular fish taxon, an anatomical part, a chemical substance, a scientist, a place, or an evolutionary or ecological concept. The reader can start wherever they like and are then led by a series of cross-references on a fascinating voyage of interconnected entries, each indirectly or directly connected with original writings from Darwin himself. Along the way, the reader is offered interpretation of the historical material put in the context of both Darwin's time and that of contemporary biology and ecology. This book is intended for anyone interested in fishes, the work of Charles Darwin, evolutionary biology and ecology, and natural history in general.Trade Review'This is an engaging book … The reader can create his or her own stream of consciousness by following the asterisks or turning to literature citations … an entertaining book with useful details …' Trends in Ecology and Evolution'… wonderful fun to dip into, even randomly. It is an eclectic, scholarly reference work, rich in historical content and chock full of interesting quotes from Darwin and Pauly alike. Pauly has an engaging writing style and is not afraid to use humour and self-deprecation.' Nature'Some books are good for browsing. Darwin's Fishes is designed expressly for it; and very pleasing and useful it is.' Institute of Biology'Reading the book is like going on a fascinating journey of discovery about Darwin and his contempories, history of biology, evolution, fish biology and up to date biological knowledge. Every time you start reading, the journey will be different, there is always something new to discover … Daniel Pauly succeeded in writing a fascinating, informative and very enjoyable book which is highly recommended to everyone interested in Darwin, fishes, evolution and biology in general.' PalArch, Netherlands Scientific Journal'… the potential readership is large: historians, ichthyologists, and students and scholars simply interested in natural history …' Zeitschrift für Fischkunde'Darwin's Fishes is a remarkable addition to what is publicly known of Charles Darwin and his world, and a good deal else besides.' The Times Literary Supplement'One of the book's great advantages is that it is crosslinked and self-referencing. … It will appeal in particular to historians of biology, who understand the place fish have in the development of evolutionary ideas. Fishery and marine biologists will also have access to Darwin's work through the listing of single fish species, morphological terms, chemical substances, scientists, etc. Pauly has, with his publication, given an exciting and engaging portrayal of Darwin's publications and ideas. This approach deals not only with the ichthyological works of Darwin, but also demonstrates how important fish were to the development of the theory of evolution by natural selection.' History and Philosophy of the Life SciencesTable of ContentsList of figures; Foreword J. S. Nelson; Preface and acknowledgements; Conventions used in the text; Darwin and ichthyology; Darwin's fishes: a dry run; Entries (A to ZZZ); Appendix I. Fish in spirits of wine Jacqueline McGlade; Appendix II. Fish of the Beagle in the BMNH; Appendix III. Checklist of fish specimens, identified as collected by Charles Darwin on the Beagle voyage, that ought to be present in the collections of the University Museum of Zoology, Cambridge Adrian Friday; Bibliography; Index to the fishes.

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Book SynopsisFrom ancient megalodons to fearsome Great Whites, this book tells the complete, untold story of how sharks emerged as Earth’s ultimate survivors, by world-leading paleontologist John Long.“Will keep you on the edge of your seat from its first page to its last page.”—Jared Diamond, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Guns, Germs, and SteelSharks have been fighting for their lives for 500 million years and today are under dire threat. They are the longest-surviving vertebrate on Earth, outlasting multiple mass extinction events that decimated life on the planet. But how did they thrive for so long? By developing superpower-like abilities that allowed them to ascend to the top of the oceanic food chain. John Long, who for decades has been on the cutting edge of shark research, weaves a thrilling story of sharks’ unparalleled reign. The Secret History of Sharks showcases the global search to discover

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Book SynopsisThis text describes fisheries exploitation, biology, conservation and management, and reflects many recent and important changes in fisheries science, including growing concerns about the environmental impact of fisheries.Trade Review"The book is indeed a boon to both the student and teaching communities." Pashudhan "...this book, better than any other single volume I know at present, covers topics that will be important in future ecosystem-based management of fisheries." Fish and Fisheries "Well-written and thoughtfully put together" Professor Terry Quinn (Alaska, Fairbanks) "This book will be widely read and cited" Professor Jeremy Collie (Rhode Island) "Marine Fisheries Ecology is a work of art that provides a broad, ecosystem-level understanding of the biological, economic, and social factors affecting and motivating diverse fisheries at global scales. This "must-read" is an extremely well-written and expertly organized treatise. It will have significant appeal for the established fisheries professional and the student and lecturer alike, including informed members of the public interested in marine ecology and production processes, patterns of fisheries exploitation, socioeconomics, and the complexities of aquatic resource politics and decisionmaking..." Carl V. Burger Past President, American Fisheries Society -and- Chair of the Executive Committee, 4th World Fisheries Congress, Vancouver, B.C. CanadaTable of ContentsPreface ix Acknowledgements xii 1 Marine fisheries ecology: an introduction 1 1.1 Introduction 1 1.2 Fisheries of the world 1 1.2.1 History of fisheries 1 1.2.2 Fishery science 6 1.2.3 Diversity of fisheries 7 1.3 Patterns of exploitation 9 1.3.1 Boom and bust 9 1.3.2 Conservation and ecosystem concerns 14 1.4 Why manage fisheries? 14 1.5 Objectives of management 15 1.5.1 Range of objectives 15 1.5.2 Balancing objectives 16 1.5.3 From objective to action 17 1.6 Meeting management objectives 17 1.7 Structure of this book 18 Summary 20 2 Marine ecology and production processes 21 2.1 Introduction 21 2.2 Primary production: sources and magnitude 21 2.3 Phytoplanktonic production 22 2.3.1 Links between production and physical processes 22 2.3.2 Upwellings and fronts 24 2.3.3 Rates of phytoplanktonic production 25 2.4 Non-phytoplanktonic production 28 2.4.1 Macroalgae 28 2.4.2 Mangroves 29 2.4.3 Coral reef algae 29 2.4.4 Seagrasses and marsh plants 30 2.4.5 Microphytobenthos 31 2.5 Heterotrophic production 31 2.5.1 The fate of primary production 31 2.5.2 Transfer along the food chain 32 2.5.3 Production of fished species 34 2.5.4 Linking primary production and landings 37 Summary 38 3 Fished species life histories and distribution 39 3.1 Introduction 39 3.2 Fishes 39 3.3 Invertebrates 41 3.4 Life histories 55 3.4.1 Sex sex reversal and sex ratios 55 3.4.2 Growth maturity and longevity 56 3.4.3 Egg size fecundity and reproduction 59 3.5 Distribution in space and time 62 3.5.1 Geographical ranges and stock structures 62 3.5.2 Migration 62 3.5.3 Larval transport retention and dispersal 65 3.5.4 Metapopulations 68 Summary 69 4 Population structure in space and time 70 4.1 Introduction 70 4.2 Recruitment 70 4.2.1 Spawner and recruit relationships 71 4.2.2 Mortality during the early life history 78 4.2.3 Depensation 83 4.2.4 Regulation in fish populations 85 4.3 Density-dependent habitat use 86 Summary 88 5 Fishing gears and techniques 90 5.1 Introduction 90 5.2 From shoreline gathering to satellites 90 5.3 Modern commercial fishing gears 94 5.3.1 Towed fishing gear 95 5.3.2 Static fishing gear 103 5.4 Other fishing techniques 106 5.5 Conservation methods 108 Summary 111 6 Fishers: socioeconomics and human ecology 112 6.1 Introduction 112 6.2 Motivations for fishing 112 6.2.1 Food 112 6.2.2 Income 113 6.3 Modifications to fishing behaviour 115 6.3.1 Social 115 6.3.2 Religion 117 6.4 Conflicts and conflict resolution 118 6.4.1 Competing for fish 118 6.4.2 Fish wars 121 6.4.3 Fishers in the political process 122 6.4.4 Traditional management systems 123 6.4.5 Customary marine tenure 124 6.4.6 Co-management 125 Summary 126 7 Single-species stock assessment 127 7.1 Introduction 127 7.2 Balancing birth and death 127 7.3 Surplus production models 128 7.3.1 Stability 128 7.3.2 Models of population growth 130 7.3.3 Fitting models to data 130 7.3.4 Surplus production models in action 132 7.4 Delay–difference models 135 7.4.1 Delay–difference models in action 137 7.5 Virtual population analysis 138 7.5.1 Age-based cohort analysis 140 7.5.2 Length-based cohort analysis 143 7.6 Statistical catch-at-age methods 144 7.7 Yield-per-recruit models 145 7.7.1 Yield-per-recruit models in action 146 7.8 Incorporating recruitment 149 7.8.1 Replacement lines 149 7.8.2 Replacement lines in action 150 7.9 Confronting risk and uncertainty 152 7.9.1 Bayesian analysis 153 7.9.2 Resampling methods 154 7.10 Biological reference points 155 Summary 157 8 Multispecies assessment and ecosystem modelling 159 8.1 Introduction 159 8.2 Multispecies surplus production 159 8.2.1 Multispecies surplus production in action 160 8.3 Multispecies yield per recruit 162 8.3.1 Multispecies yield per recruit in action 162 8.4 Multispecies virtual population analysis 162 8.4.1 Multispecies VPA in action 164 8.4.2 Applying MSVPA data to single-species model 169 8.5 Predators prey and competitors 169 8.5.1 Predator–prey dynamics 169 8.5.2 Competition an unexpected result 170 8.5.3 Management implications 171 8.6 Size spectra 171 8.7 Ecosystem models 173 8.7.1 Ecosystem models in action 174 Summary 177 9 Getting the data: stock identity and dynamics 178 9.1 Introduction 178 9.2 Stock identification 178 9.2.1 The stock concept 178 9.2.2 Methods of stock identification 178 9.3 Stock dynamics 184 9.3.1 Sampling 184 9.3.2 Length weight and age 189 9.3.3 Growth 195 9.3.4 Maturity 199 9.3.5 Fecundity 199 9.3.6 Mortality 201 9.4 The impact of errors 203 Summary 204 10 Getting the data: abundance catch and effort 205 10.1 Introduction 205 10.2 Abundance 205 10.2.1 Survey design 205 10.2.2 Visual census methods 206 10.2.3 Acoustic methods 209 10.2.4 Trawl surveys 210 10.2.5 Depletion methods 213 10.2.6 Mark–recapture methods 214 10.2.7 Egg production methods 214 10.3 The fishery 219 Summary 221 11 Bioeconomics 223 11.1 Introduction 223 11.2 The value of fisheries 223 11.2.1 Trade in fished species 223 11.2.2 Catch values and employment 224 11.3 Bioeconomic models 225 11.3.1 Descriptive bioeconomics 226 11.3.2 Optimal fishing strategies 230 11.3.3 Bayesian methods 235 11.4 Economic vs. social management objectives 237 11.4.1 Subsidies 237 11.4.2 The case for economic efficiency 237 Summary 238 12 Fishing effects on populations and communities 239 12.1 Introduction 239 12.2 Vulnerability to fishing 239 12.2.1 Behaviour 239 12.2.2 Life histories 241 12.3 Intraspecific effects 242 12.3.1 Age and size structure 242 12.3.2 Reproduction 243 12.3.3 Genetic structure 244 12.4 Community effects 245 12.4.1 Diversity 245 12.4.2 Community structure 250 12.4.3 Size structure 251 12.4.4 Competition and trophic interactions 252 Summary 256 13 Bycatches and discards 258 13.1 Introduction 258 13.2 Catches discards and bycatches 258 13.2.1 Definitions 258 13.2.2 Reasons for discarding 258 13.3 Alternatives to discarding 260 13.4 Fisheries and bycatches 260 13.5 Incidental captures 262 13.5.1 Seabirds 262 13.5.2 Sea turtles 264 13.5.3 Sea snakes 265 13.5.4 Marine mammals 265 13.6 Methods to reduce bycatches 267 13.7 Ghost fishing 267 13.8 Sociocultural differences 270 Summary 271 14 Impacts on benthic communities habitats and coral reefs 272 14.1 Introduction 272 14.2 Fishing disturbance 272 14.2.1 Fishing vs. natural disturbance 272 14.2.2 Distribution of fishing disturbance 273 14.3 Direct effects of fishing gear on the seabed 276 14.3.1 Towed fishing gear 276 14.3.2 Direct effects on the substratum 277 14.3.3 Effects on infauna 277 14.3.4 Effects on epifauna 281 14.3.5 Meta-analysis 284 14.4 Effects of static fishing gears 284 14.5 Long-term effects 285 14.6 Fishing as a source of energy subsidies 288 14.6.1 Have population changes occurred? 290 14.7 Indirect effects on habitats 290 14.7.1 Loose seabeds 290 14.7.2 Coral reefs 291 Summary 293 15 Fishery interactions with birds and mammals 294 15.1 Introduction 294 15.2 Birds 294 15.2.1 Competition between birds and fisheries 296 15.2.2 Benefits of discarding 300 15.2.3 Waders and shellfish 301 15.3 Mammals 303 15.3.1 Competition between mammals and fisheries 304 15.3.2 Prey release 307 Summary 309 16 A role for aquaculture? 310 16.1 Introduction 310 16.2 Aquaculture past and present 310 16.3 What is cultivated? 312 16.4 Production systems 313 16.5 Feeding constraints 314 16.6 Prospects for expansion 314 16.6.1 Cage cultivation 316 16.6.2 Stock enhancement and ranching 318 16.7 Case studies 319 16.7.1 Shrimp farming 319 16.7.2 Bivalve mariculture 322 Summary 326 17 Management and conservation options 327 17.1 Introduction 327 17.2 Management objectives strategies and actions 327 17.2.1 From objective to action 327 17.2.2 Catch control 328 17.2.3 Effort control 331 17.2.4 Technical measures 331 17.2.5 Management in action 332 17.3 Improving management 335 17.3.1 Enforcement and compliance 335 17.3.2 Co-management 337 17.3.3 Ownership of resources and harvesting rights 338 17.3.4 Uncertainty and the precautionary approach 338 17.3.5 Role of science 339 17.4 Multispecies and ecosystem-based management 341 17.4.1 What are the objectives? 341 17.4.2 What can be achieved? 341 17.5 Managing fisheries for conservation 342 17.5.1 Endangered species 342 17.5.2 Habitats 343 17.5.3 Protected areas and no-take zones 344 17.6 Future trends 346 17.6.1 Fisheries science 346 17.6.2 Fisheries management 346 Summary 347 References 348 Appendices 1 List of symbols 380 2 Fisheries websites 385 3 Geographic index 389 Index 393

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Book SynopsisRecent decades have witnessed strong declines in fish stocks around the globe, amid growing concerns about the impact of fisheries on marine and freshwater biodiversity. Fisheries biologists and managers are therefore increasingly asking about aspects of ecology, behaviour, evolution and biodiversity that were traditionally studied by people working in very separate fields. This has highlighted the need to work more closely together, in order to help ensure future success both in management and conservation. The Handbook of Fish Biology and Fisheries has been written by an international team of scientists and practitioners, to provide an overview of the biology of freshwater and marine fish species together with the science that supports fisheries management and conservation. This volume, subtitled Fisheries, focuses on a wide range of topics, including the history of fisheries science, methods of capture, marketing, ecTrade Review"...this work is useful as a current, state-of-the-art review source in its field." Library Journal, February 2003 "A must for any library maintaining holdings on fish, fisheries, fish management, or conservation. It is the best review of the state of the art available and should be mandatory review reading for fish managers everywhere." G L Hendrickson, Humboldt State University for CHOICE, May 2003 "...an excellent starting point for graduate students, and a good handbook to have in a reference collection that stresses fish biology and fisheries management." E-Streams, June 2003 "This will be an invaluable reference tool for students, researchers and practitioners working in the fields of fish biology and fisheries." Reference Reviews, Volume 17 (5), July 2003Table of Contents1. The Human Dimension Of Fisheries Science: (P. J. B. Hart And J. D. Reynolds). 2. Fish Capture Devices In Industrial And Artisanal Fisheries And Their Influence On Management (O. A. Misund, J. Kolding and P. Freon). 3. Marketing Fish (J. A. Young And J. F. Muir). 4. A History Of Fisheries And Their Science And Management (T. D. Smith). 5. Gathering Data For Resource Monitoring And Fisheries Management (D. Evans and R. Grainger). 6. Surplus Production Models (J. T. Schnute And L. Richards). 7. Dynamic Pool Models I: Interpreting The Past Using Virtual Population Analysis (J. G. Shepherd And J. G. Pope). 8. Dynamic Pool Models II: Short-Term And Long-Term Forecasts Of Catch And Biomass (J. G. Shepherd And J. G. Pope). 9. A Bumpy Old Road: Size-Based Methods In Fisheries Assessment (T. J. Pitcher). 10. Ecosystem Models (D. Pauly And V. Christensen). 11. Individual-Based Models (G. Huse, J. Giske And A. G. V. Salvanes). 12. The Economics Of Fisheries (R. Hannesson). 13. Choosing The Best Model For Fisheries Assessment (P. Sparre And P. J. B. Hart). 14. Marine Protected Areas, Fish And Fisheries (N. V. C. Polunin). 15. Exploitation And Other Threats To Fish Conservation (J. D. Reynolds, N. K. Dulvy And C. M. Roberts). 16. Ecosystem Effects Of Fishing (M. J. Kaiser And S. Jennings). 17. Recreational Fishing (I. G. Cowx)

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Book SynopsisThe Lizards, Crocodiles, and Turtles of Honduras is the final installment of a series by James R. McCranie documenting the amphibians and reptiles of Honduras. The book is thoroughly illustrated by color photographs and maps, with discussion of conservation status and identification keys in both English and Spanish.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"I am at a loss for words to tell you how much I have appreciated this book."---David Gascoigne, Travels with Birds"The most fantastic book. . . . It’s really accessible, explains in really clear, clear detail how the oceans work, how they change, what real impacts the ocean can have in our lives, and overall it’s a fascinating read."---Ken Whelan, Mooney Goes Wild, RTÉ Radio 1"Time for a real coffee-table book, one to dip into whenever you feel like plunging far beyond where scuba can take you. This, like Inshore Fishes above, is an offering from Princeton University Press, which has form in producing attractively produced books for divers to enjoy. . . . [The authors’] tone is scientific but always accessible, so it depends on how much deep information you want or need – the contents feel comprehensive – but for many of us it’s the photography that will be the main attraction."---Steve Weinman, Divernet ​​​​​​​"Strikingly beautiful . . . . Packed with images and illustrations of the life found in this dark and cold environment. . . . Whether you just love the ocean and want to learn more, or whether you are a budding marine biologist, this is a book that you are going to want to add to your bookshelf."---Nick and Caroline Robertson-Brown​​​​​​​, Scubaverse"[This book] dissipates ignorance with superb colour photographs of astonishing organisms."---Andrew Robinson, Nature"Any individual unfamiliar with, but interested in, the deep sea should meet no challenges in learning much from this book."---S.R. Fegley, Choice"A fascinating visual account of one of the planet's last great frontiers. . . . [It] reveals the amazing diversity of undersea organisms." * Outdoor Photography *""An outstanding book.""---Roy Stewart, British Naturalists Association"[A] must read."---Geoff Carpentier, North Durham Nature Newsletter

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"This gem of a book by marine biologist Stephen Palumbi and his son, science writer Anthony Palumbi, finds enough weirdness in the ocean to feed creativity for generations to come. . . . The Palumbis' writing is a wonderful mix of meticulous science and creative panache. . . . A joy whether read at one sitting, or dipped in and out of to prolong the pleasure."---Callum Roberts, Nature"From 'immortal' jellyfish that age in reverse, to zombie bone worms that eat the skeletons of dead whales, the ocean is full of bizarre characters. Biologist Stephen Palumbi and his science writer son, Anthony, profile the most unusual specimens. Chapters cover the smallest, the oldest, the hottest and the coldest species, among others, and the landscape of strange creatures is brought to life by charming writing."---Clara Moskowitz, Scientific American"The Palumbis probe life in the depths of the oceans and in tide waters in successive chapters spotlighting the long-lived Bowhead whale; sea species that adapt to extremely high temperatures and others to cold; clownfish, which change gender, becoming male or female as circumstances dictate; and much more. The authors end with a warning that the oceans contain a complex ecology in which each species 'thrives in its easily disrupted specialized niche.'. . . A sparkling appreciation of the wonderful variety of marine life that also communicates an important message." * Kirkus Reviews *"The book reads like an action-adventure novel. . . . This approach is a pleasant departure from dull textbook prose. It will delight readers who lack scientific credentials but yearn to understand the diversity of life in the oceans. The text demystifies, mystifies, and amazes."---Geraldine Richards, ForeWord Reviews"Highlighting the strangest cases in animate sea life, marine ecologist S.R. Palumbi exudes a palpable and contagious sense of delight as he enlists his writer son's help to fill the 'gap in character development' in the story of the ocean's robust yet fragile ecosystems. . . . By showing how each creature is so tightly tied to its environment, the authors are able to effectively demonstrate how small human-driven changes to the oceans disrupt a complex system developed over millions of years. The Palumbis encourage a childlike curiosity by showing us the amazing diversity of life down below, and perhaps our inner children will pester our grownup selves into doing what needs to be done to keep these habitats intact." * Publishers Weekly *"A giddy scientific tour of weird underwater life."---Richard Conniff, TakePart"The Palumbis give us the sense that although some parts of nature are more romantically wondrous than others--those sponges, giant squids doing epic battle with sperm whales--it is the variety that is wonderful."---Owen Richardson, Sydney Morning Herald"The whole safari is conducted with a verve and joy that only comes from a deep love of the subject, a life-long dedication to its exploration and a true communicator's sense of the mot juste. This experience and range means the Palumbis can write comfortably about research and researchers, and about the physical and mental exploration of the ocean's ecology. . . . [A] splendid book . . . a dynamic text."---Adrian Barnett, New Scientist"Stephen and Anthony Palumbi--father and son; biologist and science writer--are brilliant guides to this realm about which we as a species have been remarkably incurious. . . . The Palumbis père et fils give us the new stories in succinct prose beautifully freighted with apt similes and metaphors."---Peter Forbes, Independent"The Extreme Life of the Sea is less narrative and more an enthusiastic sharing of cool things in the sea, which are loosely tied together in thematic sections. It is not, however, just a collection of 'gee whiz' facts. The compelling vignettes help to convey broader concepts of science and nature with excitement and enthusiasm. . . . It reminds us that science and the natural world are really cool."---Josh Witten, Finch and the Pea"Highlighting the strangest cases of marine life, the authors give us a hint of the ocean's robust yet fragile ecosystems. . . . In their delightful, vivid description about the struggle for existence in the sea, the Palumbis do manage to communicate a vital message: even the extreme conditions in the deep sea are not immune from disruptive and destructive human greed."---Wan Lixin, Shanghai Daily"Who doesn't like reading about the fantastical creatures that stalk the inky depths of the world's oceans? In The Extreme Life of the Sea, it's the marine environment's superlatives that are on display." * Scientist Magazine *"The uniqueness of this book is due to the combination of a novel's flair utilizing figurative language and analogies with scientific concepts. . . . The authors seek to help us understand the value, complexity, and vastness of the ocean and the importance of consequences of their actions. I think that this would be an excellent book in a seminar for high school students and biology majors in college."---Jean Worsley, NSTA Recommends"[The Palumbis] have written about some of the most alien creatures you will ever encounter, and for many of them it is far more pleasant to encounter them on these pages than in real life. Yet as strange as they are, many of them are vital to keeping the oceans in balance, or as indicators of oceans out of balance, and so we ought to know them better. Brightly written, with footnotes but without ponderousness, the Palumbis' book succeeds in inspiring what they say they in their preface that they set out to produce: 'a sense of guiltless wonder about how wonderful the ocean's life actually is.'"---Rob Hardy, Columbus Dispatch"[A] stimulating and enjoyable read." * Diver Magazine *"Steve Palumbi has got a gift for summarizing complicated issues related to his field, making them both relatable and entertaining. . . . The Extreme Life of the Sea plunges readers into the world of 'the fastest and deepest, the hottest and oldest creatures of the oceans.'. . . At the heart of the book, though, the Palumbis stress how marine creatures have managed to adapt and thrive in some of the most punishing environments imaginable. Obviously, there's plenty we can learn from them."---Crystal Chow, San Jose Mercury News"Extremophiles are fun! Basically, they're the biggest, smallest, hardiest and definitely the oddest bunch of beasties to be found anywhere on this planet. The Palumbi father and son team--one scientist and one writer--bring us this fun little book on the extremophiles of the sea. . . . The best part of the book is that the authors do more than just recite oddball trivia, they really tell the stories of the animals in the book. . . . This is a solid book, very informative and very entertaining but with a strong message."---John Dupuis, Confessions of a Science Librarian"This engaging book eloquently captures the long history and immense variety of life in the world's oceans, and provides a glimpse into what makes the seas so special. . . . Better than science fiction, this book is filled with amazing stories about amazing creatures. . . . Sweetly enthusiastic, enlightening and witty and, at times, inspired. . . . Regardless of your level of knowledge, this quietly joyful and informative book has something of value for everyone." * GrrlScientist *"Drawing on decades of scientific research as well as a knack for storytelling, the authors convey what happens at the ocean depths without sugarcoating it. . . . It doesn't just shed light on some of the most mysterious workings of the sea; it does so with vivid prose while managing to convey scientists' current understanding of how and why these phenomena operate. If that doesn't make people more invested in preserving the ocean, it's hard to know what will."---Juliet Eilperin, Washington Post"A rare hybrid: a funny and easy-to-read book full of accurate science."---Susan Scott, Honolulu Star-Advertiser"Marine biologists as well as lay readers with more than a casual interest in marine science will find this an engrossing discussion of what lies beneath the waters, how it's adapted, and threats to this adaptation process."---James A. Cox, California Bookwatch"Simply a tour de force, a splendid must read for any natural history enthusiast."---Gabriel Thoumi, Mongabay.com"This book about sea creatures is perfect for the curious person with limited time for reading. . . . [T]he authors investigate all sorts of oddities, including whale falls, the bizarre sex life of angler fish, and the amazing aerodynamic design of humpback whale fins. They have conducted research in all sorts of odd corners of marine science and are wonderfully up-to-date, and end their text the necessary final chapter on how humans might be affecting all this diversity." * Choice *"While packed with scientific information, this book is an easy read. The average chapter is just over ten pages long, and each is divided into clearly labeled subsections. It is fairly generously illustrated and written in a light, conversational style--as seen by the references to Volkswagen Beetles and the population of India. These characteristics make this an easy book to dip into, but once you get started, you'll probably want to immerse yourself."---Tom Baker, Japan News"The chapters are informative and interesting and altogether well written."---Tom Fenchel, Marine Biology Research"Every page of this wonderful book is filled with nuggets of information. It becomes quite clear that we all must strive to protect this vast pool of life that enables our own lives to continue." * Explorers Journal *"One of the most informative books I've ever read."---Al Ristori, Newark Star-Ledger"Only the strong survive, it is said, but The Extreme Life of the Sea makes a good case for the strange, the efficient, and the ugly. . . . [A]n engaging blend. Stanford professor Stephen serves up the heavier science of DNA and physiology, seasoned with a sprightly narrative, some scene-setting and humor from novelist Anthony. Extreme Life uses Guinness Record-like chapters to discuss the smallest, the deepest, the shallowest and the coldest marine life-forms."---Melissa Davis, Seattle Times"[B]eautifully descriptive and refreshingly free of technical terms. Here is a book that will be enjoyed by anyone with an interest in the biology of the seas, whatever their level of scientific education."---Anthony O'Toole, Sherkin Comment"This is a scientifically rich book that is also a good read and would be appropriate for a wide range of audiences." * AAAS *"Incredibly accessible and frankly a joy to read. . . . It is refreshing to see writing that is trying, successfully, to convey challenging biological concepts with fun and humour. . . . It is a great and enjoyable book that will inspire readers and leave them with an incredible sense of appreciation of the natural world."---Dr. Alan Jamieson, Underwater Technology

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