The Shark Handbook Third Edition

Author : Greg Skomal
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1646431057
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.52/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Shark Handbook: Third Edition written by Greg Skomal and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-07-06 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sharks are perhaps the most feared and misunderstood creatures on earth. They have inhabited the planet for 450 million years, and over that time they have evolved into hundreds of highly varied and fascinating species. In this comprehensive and colorful third edition, shark expert Dr. Greg Skomal takes us on a captivating tour of the world of sharks-what they are, how they evolved, and how they thrive in their marine environment. He provides close-up, detailed views of: Shark anatomy and adaptation, Shark conservation, Shark attacks, Over 450 species, And more! The Shark Handbook, 3rd Edition comes alive with vivid, full-color photography from outstanding photographic contributors. Book jacket.

Author : Greg Skomal
Publisher : Cider Mill Press
ISBN 13 : 1400252202
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Shark Handbook: Third Edition written by Greg Skomal and published by Cider Mill Press. This book was released on 2024-06-11 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive deep into the world of sharks, the most fascinating and misunderstood marine animals on the planet, in this stunning new edition of The Shark Handbook, written by Shark Week expert, Dr. Greg Skomal. Did you know that a whale shark’s spots are as unique as a fingerprint? Or that sharks can go into a trance when flipped upside down? Or that the Megallodon’s mouth was 6 feet across? With The Shark Handbook, jump into brand new facts about these fierce sea creatures! Explore all of the orders of sharks, such as: Ground sharks Great white sharks Mackerel sharks Carpet sharks and more! Learn about over 400 profiles of every shark in existence, from the first sharks living about 445 million years ago to the ones lurking in the ocean deep today. Starring spectacular, full-color photography that makes these jaw-dropping sharks come to life, this is the perfect gift for the shark enthusiast in your life. Dr. Greg Skomal, PhD is an experienced aquarist and Marine Fisheries Biologist at Martha's Vineyard Fisheries, Division of Marine Fisheries, Massachusetts. He's been keeping saltwater aquariums since childhood and has shared his extensive knowledge with viewers of National Geographic, the Discovery Channel, NBC's Today, and other media.

Author : Gregory Skomal
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1604334274
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Shark Handbook written by Gregory Skomal and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-02-04 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Greg Skomal is one of the world’s leading shark experts: many thousands of viewers know him as the “Shark Guy” on Discovery Channel and he’s affiliated with the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute. So if you’re dreaming of swimming with sharks, there’s no one better to take you—and that’s exactly what he does in this comprehensive, stunning field guide. In addition to an awesome gatefold poster of a Great White (with all its distinguishing features shown in detail), plus amazing original images from Skomal and award-winning National Geographic photographer Nick Caloyianis, it contains a complete listing of every known shark in existence as well as some extinct species. Learn about sharks from their birth to death, their anatomy, how to distinguish one shark from the next, how their teeth are developed, how they hunt and attack, and their importance and purpose within our eco system.

Author : Greg Skomal
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9788854403338
Total Pages : 278 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Shark Handbook written by Greg Skomal and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Cider Mill Press
Publisher : Cider Mill Press
ISBN 13 : 9781604337716
Total Pages : 160 pages
Book Rating : 4.10/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Great White Shark Handbook written by Cider Mill Press and published by Cider Mill Press. This book was released on 2023-04-25 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Come face to face with one of the most feared apex predators in the world with The Great White Shark Handbook. This handbook is a thorough exploration of the most fearsome and misunderstood shark on Earth. Discover the great white’s astonishing evolutionary adaptations, common misconceptions, and the ways these magnificent creatures are integral to marine ecosystems. Written by a premier shark expert and marine biologist, this illuminating book will take you beyond the dramatic representations in media and pop culture and allow you to appreciate the power and beauty of these remarkable cold-blooded carnivores. This book includes: - Hundreds of stunning underwater photographs - A thorough profile of this shark’s habitat, behavior, anatomy, size, diet, hunting habits, and more - The latest expert discoveries about this species - Invaluable information about conservation efforts and threats to the population Learn from the scientists and conservationists who have made learning about and protecting these impressive sharks their lifes’ work. Sink your teeth into the secret world of sharks with The Great White Shark Handbook.

Author : David A. Ebert
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 0691218757
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.55/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Pocket Guide to Sharks of the World written by David A. Ebert and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2021-08-24 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An updated and comprehensive guide identifying all of the world's sharks Sharks are some of the most misunderstood animals on the planet. We still have a lot to learn about these fascinating creatures, which are more seriously threatened with extinction and in greater need of conservation and management than any other major group of vertebrates. A Pocket Guide to Sharks of the World is the only field guide to identify, illustrate, and describe every known shark species. Its compact format makes it handy for many situations, including recognizing living species, fishery catches, or parts sold at markets. This expanded second edition presents lavish images, details on newly discovered species, and updated text throughout. The book contains useful sections on identifying shark teeth and the shark fins most commonly encountered in the fin trade, and takes a look at shark biology, ecology, and conservation. A Pocket Guide to Sharks of the World will be an essential resource and definitive reference for years to come. An updated guide to all of the world’s sharks Each species is illustrated and described Handy, compact format with concise text Useful sections on the identification of shark teeth and fins

Author : David A. Ebert
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 069121087X
Total Pages : 624 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sharks of the World written by David A. Ebert and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2021-07-20 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most comprehensive reference guide to the world's sharks—now fully revised and updated Sharks of the World is the essential illustrated guide for anyone interested in these magnificent creatures. Now fully revised and updated, it covers 536 of the world's shark species and is packed with colour illustrations, colour photos and informative diagrams. This comprehensive, easy-to-use reference guide incorporates the latest taxonomic revisions of many shark families, featuring many species that were only described in recent years. It also includes a completely revised and expanded introduction and updated line drawings throughout. Covers 536 shark species from around the world Features updated species accounts, illustrations and maps Gives an illustrated overview of shark biology, ecology and conservation Includes fin identification guides Provides a colour distribution map for every species

Author : Editors of Cider Mill Press
Publisher : Applesauce Press
ISBN 13 : 9781604338546
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Discovering Great White Sharks Handbook written by Editors of Cider Mill Press and published by Applesauce Press. This book was released on 2024-05-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Packed with stunning illustrations and cool facts, the Discovering Great White Sharks Handbook allows you to dive deep alongside everyone’s favorite predator. Make a splash this summer with the Discovering Great White Sharks Handbook. Packed with stunning illustrations and cool facts about everyone’s favorite deep-sea predator, this book is a real catch. Featuring a colorful, tactile cover and accurate, interesting information about everything from feeding cycles to migration habits, the Discovering Great White Sharks Handbook is the perfect companion when you’re sitting on the beach or taking in Shark Week from the safety of your couch.

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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1646432819
Total Pages : 96 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Ultimate Shark Field Guide written by and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2022-05-24 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Be a shark expert. Travel under the sea and swim alongside the most fascinating sharks to roam the underwater world with The Ultimate Shark Field Guide - created as if a marine biologist painted these illustrations and made these notes during an expedition across the seven seas. Encounter sharks of all shapes and sizes and note observations on each species' appearance, size, diet, and more. With The Ultimate Shark Field Guide, explore underwater landscapes and get up close and personal with these fearsome predators, curious creatures, and deep-sea lurkers." -- back cover of work

Author : Steve Jenkins
Publisher : HMH Books For Young Readers
ISBN 13 : 1328569497
Total Pages : 43 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Shark Book written by Steve Jenkins and published by HMH Books For Young Readers. This book was released on 2021-06-15 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Caldecott Honor-winning team Steve Jenkins and Robin Page explore the astonishing lives of sharks in this brilliantly illustrated picture book. Perfect for Shark Week and all year round, this ode to the notorious ocean predator with more than four hundred species will blow you out of the water! Sharp teeth, super senses, and those infamous fins--what's not to love about sharks? Caldecott Honor-winning team Steve Jenkins and Robin Page explore one of the world's most notorious--and fearsome--animals. Learn what makes a shark a shark, what sharks like to eat, and how these predators of the deep have evolved. Ever wonder which shark is the smallest? Or the fastest? Even the most deadly? You'll find your answers in The Shark Book, with countless others. In this magnificently illustrated picture book, celebrate one of the worlds oldest species that has continued to capture our imaginations and astonish us for thousands of years.