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Guide to marine mammals of the world / National Audubon Society ; illustrated by Pieter A. Folkens ; written by Randall R. Reeves [and others].
Covers 120 species of whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, and sea lions. Information about each species covers every aspect of the animal's anatomy, life cycle, and behavior. The guide delineates evolution, worldwide population, migratory routes, and habitats, and describes feeding habits, vocalizations, social organization, surface behavior, and threats to and chances for survival. The text for each animal is accompanied by up to three richly detailed full-color paintings by marine artist Pieter Folkens, full-color photographs illustrating typical behavior, and a map indicating the species' range and migration. Additional maps give water temperatures, ocean currents, and ocean floor geography. "Watching" guidelines include identification techniques, where and when to go, and how to deal with a stranded animal.
Record details
- ISBN: 0375411410
- ISBN: 9780375411410
- Physical Description: 527 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 24 cm.
- Edition: 1st ed.
- Publisher: New York : A.A. Knopf : 2002.
Content descriptions
- General Note:
- "A Chanticleer Press edition."Includes index.
- Formatted Contents Note:
- Introduction: What is a marine mammal? -- Range and habitat -- Behavior -- Reproduction -- Food and foraging -- Status and conservation -- Watching marine mammals -- Organization of the guide -- Polar bear and otters: Polar bear -- Otters -- Pinnipeds: Eared seals -- Walrus -- True seals -- Cetaceans: Baleen whales -- Sperm whales -- Beaked whales -- River dolphins -- Beluga and Narwhal -- Ocean dolphins -- Porpoises -- Sirenians: Dugong -- Manatees.
- Language Note:
- English.
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Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Northwest Indian College.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lummi Library | QL 713.2 .N37 2002 | 289820 | Stacks | Available | - |
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Summary:
Covers 120 species of whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, and sea lions. Information about each species covers every aspect of the animal's anatomy, life cycle, and behavior. The guide delineates evolution, worldwide population, migratory routes, and habitats, and describes feeding habits, vocalizations, social organization, surface behavior, and threats to and chances for survival. The text for each animal is accompanied by up to three richly detailed full-color paintings by marine artist Pieter Folkens, full-color photographs illustrating typical behavior, and a map indicating the species' range and migration. Additional maps give water temperatures, ocean currents, and ocean floor geography. "Watching" guidelines include identification techniques, where and when to go, and how to deal with a stranded animal.