Marine Mammals of British Columbia

Marine Mammals of British Columbia
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Publisher : Royal BC Museum Handbook
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 0772667349
ISBN-13 : 9780772667342
Rating : 4/5 (49 Downloads)

Synopsis Marine Mammals of British Columbia by : John K. B. Ford

Dr. John Ford presents the latest information on 31 species of marine mammals that live in or visit BC waters: 25 whales, dolphins and porpoises, 5 seals and sea lions, and the sea otter. He describes each species and summarizes its distribution, habitat, social organization, feeding habits, conservation status and much more. Marine Mammals of British Columbia includes maps of sightings, and pointers on where to find each species in BC waters. It also contains hundreds of colour photographs and drawings to help recognize these animals in the ocean. This is an indispensable field guide and reference book for naturalists, boaters and anyone interested in marine life.

Marine Mammals of the Pacific Northwest

Marine Mammals of the Pacific Northwest
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 10
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ISBN-10 : 1621261808
ISBN-13 : 9781621261803
Rating : 4/5 (08 Downloads)

Synopsis Marine Mammals of the Pacific Northwest by : Pieter Folkens

This FoldingGuide™ includes 35 marine mammals commonly seen on the Pacific Northwest coast from Oregon up through British Columbia. Includes Baleen, Sperm, and Beaked whales, dolphins, seals, sea lions, otters and more.

Hoofed Mammals of British Columbia

Hoofed Mammals of British Columbia
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Publisher : UBC Press
Total Pages : 276
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ISBN-10 : 0774807288
ISBN-13 : 9780774807289
Rating : 4/5 (88 Downloads)

Synopsis Hoofed Mammals of British Columbia by : David M. Shackleton

Hoofed mammals (ungulates) are the most abundant large mammals in the world. They are also plentiful in British Columbia, which is home to nine wild native species: moose, elk, caribou, bison, mountain goat, two species of deer and two of sheep. There are also several introduced species. In Hoofed Mammals of British Columbia, David Shackleton presents a comprehensive summary of the most up-to-date information on these ungulates. In the well-illustrated introduction, he discusses their evolution and biology, survival adaptations, and social organization. He also covers conservation issues, tracking, and taxonomy. In the species accounts, he describes each species and subspecies and discusses their natural history: habitat, diet, behaviour, reproduction, life expectancy, and mortality factors, and predators. Each account includes a distribution map and data on taxonomy, recent population estimates, conservation status, and traditional aboriginal use. Excellent illustrations and two keys help identify each species by its external features or its skull. Hoofed Mammals of British Columbia is the third of six handbooks on the mammals of British Columbia, a Royal B.C. Museum project to update and expand the classic treatment by Ian McTaggart-Cowan and Charles Guiguet, The Mammals of British Columbia, last revised in 1965.

Marine Mammals of British Columbia

Marine Mammals of British Columbia
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 72
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015003710699
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (99 Downloads)

Synopsis Marine Mammals of British Columbia by : Gordon C. Pike

Whales and Other Marine Mammals of British Columbia and Alaska

Whales and Other Marine Mammals of British Columbia and Alaska
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Publisher : Edmonton, AB : Lone Pine Pub.
Total Pages : 164
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ISBN-10 : STANFORD:36105110932626
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Rating : 4/5 (26 Downloads)

Synopsis Whales and Other Marine Mammals of British Columbia and Alaska by : Tamara Hartson

A beautifully photographed and illustrated guide to the marine mammals that populate the waters off the coast of Alaska and BC.

Field Guide to Marine Mammals of the Pacific Coast

Field Guide to Marine Mammals of the Pacific Coast
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Publisher : Univ of California Press
Total Pages : 569
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ISBN-10 : 0520265459
ISBN-13 : 9780520265455
Rating : 4/5 (59 Downloads)

Synopsis Field Guide to Marine Mammals of the Pacific Coast by : Sarah G. Allen

"This richly illustrated book is more than a field guide, giving the reader insight into the fascinating biology of these animals and the conservation issues they face. Any resident or visitor to the West Coast will love this book and reach for it not only when standing on a bluff looking out to sea, but also when curled in an armchair at home." ---FRANCES GULLAND, The Marine Mammal Center --Book Jacket.

Marine Mammals Ashore

Marine Mammals Ashore
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Publisher : National Aquarium in Baltimore
Total Pages : 386
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ISBN-10 : 9780977460908
ISBN-13 : 0977460908
Rating : 4/5 (08 Downloads)

Synopsis Marine Mammals Ashore by : Joseph R. Geraci

Comprehensive manual for understanding and carrying out marine mammal rescue activities for stranded seals, manatees, dolphins, whales, or sea otters.

Carnivores of British Columbia

Carnivores of British Columbia
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Publisher : Mammals of British Columbia
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 0772658692
ISBN-13 : 9780772658692
Rating : 4/5 (92 Downloads)

Synopsis Carnivores of British Columbia by : David Francis Hatler

" ... Comprehensive, up-to-date information on the 21 species of wild terrestrial carnivores in the province."--Back cover.

Marine Mammals

Marine Mammals
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Publisher : Elsevier
Total Pages : 575
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ISBN-10 : 9780080489346
ISBN-13 : 0080489346
Rating : 4/5 (46 Downloads)

Synopsis Marine Mammals by : Annalisa Berta

Berta and Sumich have succeeded yet again in creating superior marine reading! This book is a succinct yet comprehensive text devoted to the systematics, evolution, morphology, ecology, physiology, and behavior of marine mammals. The first edition, considered the leading text in the field, is required reading for all marine biologists concerned with marine mammals. Revisions include updates of citations, expansion of nearly every chapter and full color photographs. This title continues the tradition by fully expanding and updating nearly all chapters. - Comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the biology of all marine mammals - Provides a phylogenetic framework that integrates phylogeny with behavior and ecology - Features chapter summaries, further readings, an appendix, glossary and an extensive bibliography - Exciting new color photographs and additional distribution maps

Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals

Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals
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Publisher : Academic Press
Total Pages : 1355
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ISBN-10 : 9780080919935
ISBN-13 : 0080919936
Rating : 4/5 (35 Downloads)

Synopsis Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals by : William F. Perrin

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