Sharks, Skates, and Rays
Title | Sharks, Skates, and Rays PDF eBook |
Author | William C. Hamlett |
Publisher | JHU Press |
Total Pages | 542 |
Release | 1999-05-21 |
Genre | Nature |
ISBN | 9780801860485 |
Successor to the classic work in shark studies, The Elasmobranch Fishes by John Franklin Daniel (first published 1922, revised 1928 and 1934), Sharks, Skates, and Rays provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of elasmobranch morphology. Coverage has been expanded from anatomy to include modern information on physiology and biochemistry. The new volume also provides equal treatment for skates and rays. The authors present general introductory material for the relative novice but also review the latest technical citations, making the book a valuable primary reference resource. More than 200 illustrations supplement the text.
Sharks, Skates, and Rays of the Gulf of Mexico: A Field Guide
Title | Sharks, Skates, and Rays of the Gulf of Mexico: A Field Guide PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | Univ. Press of Mississippi |
Total Pages | 194 |
Release | |
Genre | Nature |
ISBN | 9781604737660 |
A guidebook for the naturalist, commercial or recreational fisher, outdoor enthusiast, or beachgoer covers almost all species of sharks and rays that can be found in Gulf waters, and includes information on reproduction, sensory systems, feeding, and more.
Sharks, Skates, and Rays
Title | Sharks, Skates, and Rays PDF eBook |
Author | Perry W. Gilbert |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 646 |
Release | 1967 |
Genre | Science |
ISBN |
Sharks, Skates, and Rays of the Carolinas
Title | Sharks, Skates, and Rays of the Carolinas PDF eBook |
Author | Frank J. Schwartz |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 188 |
Release | 2003 |
Genre | Science |
ISBN |
This handy illustrated guide covers the ninety-one species of sharks, skates, and rays found in waters along the coasts of North Carolina and South Carolina. It will be an essential reference for shark enthusiasts, coastal residents, tourists, aquarium visitors, scientists, and anyone interested in these fascinating fishes. In his introduction, Frank J. Schwartz provides a general explanation of the physical features of sharks, skates, and rays. He also discusses matters such as the possible causes of shark attacks, conservation concerns surrounding sport and commercial shark fishing, breeding habits, and shark fossils. Each species of shark, skate, and ray is shown in a clear illustration, accompanied by a concise description and notes on its color, size, distribution, and occurrence. A series of keys based on physical characteristics will aid readers in accurately identifying each species.
Shadows in the Sea
Title | Shadows in the Sea PDF eBook |
Author | Harold Weber McCormick |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 415 |
Release | 1978 |
Genre | Chondrichthyes |
ISBN |
Sharks, Rays, and Chimaeras of California
Title | Sharks, Rays, and Chimaeras of California PDF eBook |
Author | David Ebert |
Publisher | Univ of California Press |
Total Pages | 300 |
Release | 2003-05-08 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 0520222652 |
"Ebert has herein assembled an enormous body of knowledge about California's 43 shark species ranging from shark and human behavior to taxonomic minutiae, along with up-to-date explanations of their ecology, status and fisheries. More importantly, his Herculean effort includes the often-overlooked 25 species of skates, rays and chimaeras. That, along with the fine illustrations of Mat Squillante, should answer any question that a student, diver, natural history buff, or recreational or commercial fisher might ask."—John E. McCosker, coauthor of Great White Shark "The timing of this publication is ideal given the status of some of California's elasmobranch populations and the need for a deeper understanding of their biology, ecology, and fishery management. The book is a comprehensive treatment—if one wants to find out the latest information on any species of shark or ray off California, this is the place to go. An outstanding work!"—Gregor M. Cailliet, Professor, Moss Landing Marine Laboratories, and Director, Pacific Shark Research Center
Sharks, Skates, Rays and Chimeras of British Columbia
Title | Sharks, Skates, Rays and Chimeras of British Columbia PDF eBook |
Author | Jackie King |
Publisher | Royal BC Museum Handbook |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 2020 |
Genre | Nature |
ISBN | 9780772673350 |
Much fear of sharks is driven by media reports or films that sensationalize shark attacks, despite the rarity of such occurrences. With contributors ranging from Briony Penn to David Suzuki, Gary Geddes and Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas, this collection provides the most accurate and up-to-date information on chondrichthyans in British Columbia waters, including detailed species descriptions and identification information. Sharks, Skates, Rays and Chimeras of British Columbia presents sharks and their relatives as valuable members of our coastal fish community, worthy of respect, study, admiration, and protection.