Author: International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural ResourcesPublisher: IUCN
ISBN: 9782880329365
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 450
Book Description
Dolphins, Porpoises and Whales of the World
Author: International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural ResourcesPublisher: IUCN
ISBN: 9782880329365
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 450
Book Description
Long-finned Pilot Whale (Globicephala Melaena).
Author: Reproductive Success
Author: T. H. Clutton-BrockPublisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 9780226110592
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 554
Book Description
"This book is well worth buying for its detailed summaries of the 25 studies, many of which are classic long-term projects, and for its insights into the factors determining reproductive success."—William J. Sutherland, TREE "A must read for anyone interested in evolution, mating/social systems, and population ecology."—John L. Koprowski, IJournal of Insect Behavior
Ethology and Behavioral Ecology of Odontocetes
Author: Bernd WürsigPublisher: Springer
ISBN: 3030166635
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 508
Book Description
This book concentrates on the marine mammalian group of Odontocetes, the toothed whales, dolphins, and porpoises. In 23 chapters, a total of 40 authors describe general patterns of ethological concepts of odontocetes in their natural environments, with a strong bent towards behavioral ecology. Examples are given of particularly well-studied species and species groups for which enough data exist, especially from the past 15 years. The aim is to give a modern flavor of present knowledge of ethology and behavior of generally large-brained behaviorally flexible mammals that have evolved quite separately from social mammals on land. As well, the plight of populations and species due to humans is described in multiple chapters, with the goal that an understanding of behavior can help to solve or alleviate at least some human-made problems.
Marine Mammals Ashore
Author: Joseph R. GeraciPublisher: National Aquarium in Baltimore
ISBN: 0977460908
Category : Marine mammals
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
Comprehensive manual for understanding and carrying out marine mammal rescue activities for stranded seals, manatees, dolphins, whales, or sea otters.
The Long-finned Pilot Whale
Author: North Atlantic Marine Mammal CommissionPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Endangered species
Languages : en
Pages : 8
Book Description
Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals
Author: William F. PerrinPublisher: Academic Press
ISBN: 0080919936
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1355
Book Description
This thorough revision of the classic Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals brings this authoritative book right up-to-date. Articles describe every species in detail, based on the very latest taxonomy, and a host of biological, ecological and sociological aspects relating to marine mammals. The latest information on the biology, ecology, anatomy, behavior and interactions with man is provided by a cast of expert authors – all presented in such detail and clarity to support both marine mammal specialists and the serious naturalist. Fully referenced throughout and with a fresh selection of the best color photographs available, the long-awaited second edition remains at the forefront as the go-to reference on marine mammals. More than 20% NEW MATERIAL includes articles on Climate Change, Pacific White-sided Dolphins, Sociobiology, Habitat Use, Feeding Morphology and more Over 260 articles on the individual species with topics ranging from anatomy and behavior, to conservation, exploitation and the impact of global climate change on marine mammals New color illustrations show every species and document topical articles FROM THE FIRST EDITION “This book is so good...a bargain, full of riches...packed with fascinating up to date information. I recommend it unreservedly it to individuals, students, and researchers, as well as libraries." --Richard M. Laws, MARINE MAMMALS SCIENCE "...establishes a solid and satisfying foundation for current study and future exploration" --Ronald J. Shusterman, SCIENCE
Status Report on the Long-finned Pilot Whale, Globicephala Melas, in Canada
Author: Dawn Laurel NelsonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Endangered species
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
The long-finned pilot whale, Globicephala melas, is a widely distributed pelagic species found in cold temperate waters of the North Atlantic and southern hemisphere. This report reviews the conservation status of this species. It includes information on the whale's geographic distribution, population size and trends, protection status, habitat, general biology, species movement and behaviour, factors limiting the whale population size and distribution, and the special significance of the species for Canada. Concludes with discussion of the current consensus regarding the status of the species.
Dolphins, Whales, and Porpoises
Author: Randall R. ReevesPublisher: IUCN
ISBN: 2831706564
Category : Cetacea
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
Whales, Dolphins and Seals
Author: Brett JarrettPublisher: Bloomsbury Wildlife
ISBN: 1472969669
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This is a complete field guide to the world's marine mammals. It covers the field identification - including geographical, sex and age variations - of all the whales, dolphins, seals and sea cows, plus the Walrus, Polar Bear and marine otters.