Encyclopedia marine mammals

Combining excellent science with accessible style, the Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals is an indispensable resource on the fascinating warm-blooded creatures of the sea. The contributions of more than 200 leading international authorities have made this single volume the guide for studyig the entire range of marine mammals. Organized alphabetically, more the 280 articles are devoted to wide range of topics -- from the specific behavior and physiology of cetaceans and pinnipeds, to ecology, population biology, human effects and interaction, and research methodology. Up-to-date, accessible, and scientifically sound, the Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals will occupy a central place in any marine science library. KEY FEATURES *Complete Species List, featuring both living and extinct mammals; *Comprehensive Glossary with definitions for more than 1,000 specialized terms; *Extensive cross-referencing between articles; *Abundant visual resources -- photographs, line drawings, maps, tables, and figures KEY FEATURES *Complete Species List, featuring both living and extinct mammals *Comprehensive Glossary with definitions for more than 1,000 specialized terms *Extensive cross-referencing between articles *Abundant visual resources -- photographs, line drawings, maps, tables, and figures

Elements of Physical Oceanography is a derivative of the Encyclopedia of Ocean Sciences, 2 nd Edition and serves as an important reference on current physical oceanography knowledge and expertise in one convenient and accessible source. Its selection of articles―all written by experts in their field―focuses on ocean physics, air-sea transfers, waves, mixing, ice, and the processes of transfer of properties such as heat, salinity, momentum and dissolved gases, within and into the ocean. Elements of Physical Oceanography serves as an ideal reference for topical research. References related articles in physical oceanography to facilitate further research Richly illustrated with figures and tables that aid in understanding key concepts Includes an introductory overview and then explores each topic in detail, making it useful to experts and graduate-level researchers Topical arrangement makes it the perfect desk reference

ANIMAL ENCYCLOPEDIA – MAMMALS by Leo Wender. English Edition edited by Martin A C Hunton. First publication , by George Allen and unwin Ltd, London. First owners seal and second owners name and signature on front title page. A remarkable dictionary on Mammals. With man beautiful sketches and few photographs on Mammals. Hard binding with no dust jacket. Worn look on binding only. Back side last page has some scribes by children. Inside all contents very good. Size – 5 ¾” x pages. Weight – 450 grams. Only 6 used books

Dolphins, Whales and Porpoises: An Encyclopedia of Sea Mammals

Leap into the fascinating world of animals! Watch animals of all kinds in action and investigate their habits and habitats in the readable, browse-able, picture-packed First Animal Encyclopedia. Children will learn all about different animal groups — including mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians, insects, and fish — and meet amazing creatures in all sizes, shapes, and colors. Clear, vibrant photographs bring it all to life in the pages of this delightful first reference book for kids.

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Click on the image below to get zoomed view of the item Usborne Usborne First Encyclopedia Of Seas and Oceans The Usborne first encyclopedia of seas and oceans from Scholastic, provides answers on myriad mysteries behind life of marine creatures. Description The Usborne first encyclopedia of seas and oceans allows kids to get answers for questions like - how deep is the ocean? which fish can blow itself up like a balloon? how do dolphins use sound to hunt? These and hundreds of other questions about seas and oceans are answered