Sharks, Skates, and Rays of the Carolinas Paperback / softback
by Frank J. Schwartz
Paperback / softback
Description
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 fish.
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.
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:184 pages
- Publisher:The University of North Carolina Press
- Publication Date:12/05/2003
- Category:
- ISBN:9780807854662
Information
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:184 pages
- Publisher:The University of North Carolina Press
- Publication Date:12/05/2003
- Category:
- ISBN:9780807854662