Oceanic Anglerfishes

2009-04-22 Science

Author : Theodore W. Pietsch Ph.D.
Release : 2009-04-22
Genre : Science
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 558/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Oceanic Anglerfishes by : Theodore W. Pietsch Ph.D.

Download or read book Oceanic Anglerfishes written by Theodore W. Pietsch Ph.D.. This book was released on 2009-04-22. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No environment on Earth imposes greater physical and biological constraints on life than the deep oceanic midwaters. Near-freezing temperatures, the absence of sunlight, enormous pressure, and a low food supply make habitation by any living thing almost inconceivable. Yet 160 species of anglerfishes are found there in surprising profusion. Monstrous in appearance, anglerfishes possess a host of unique and spectacular morphological, behavioral, and physiological innovations. In this fully illustrated book, the first to focus on these intriguing fish, Theodore W. Pietsch delivers a comprehensive summary of all that is known about anglerfishes—morphology, diversity, evolution, geographic distribution, bioluminescence, and reproduction.

Deep-Sea Anglerfish and Other Fearsome Fish

2011-07 Juvenile Nonfiction

Author : Rachel Lynette
Release : 2011-07
Genre : Juvenile Nonfiction
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 023/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Deep-Sea Anglerfish and Other Fearsome Fish written by Rachel Lynette. This book was released on 2011-07. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the life and behaviors of the deep-sea anglerfishes.

Fish atlas of the Celtic Sea, North Sea, and Baltic Sea

2023-09-14 Business & Economics

Author : Henk J.L. Heessen
Release : 2023-09-14
Genre : Business & Economics
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Book Rating : 789/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Fish atlas of the Celtic Sea, North Sea, and Baltic Sea by : Henk J.L. Heessen

Download or read book Fish atlas of the Celtic Sea, North Sea, and Baltic Sea written by Henk J.L. Heessen. This book was released on 2023-09-14. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The atlas presents a unique set of abundance data to describe the spatial, depth, size, and temporal distribution of demersal and pelagic fish species over an extensive marine area, together with accounts of their biology. A large number of pictures, graphs and distribution maps illustrate the text. By largely avoiding - or at least explaining - scientific terms and providing extensive references, the book should be useful for both laymen and scientists. The quantitative information on some 200 fish taxa is derived from 72,000 stations fished by research vessels during the period 1977-2013. The area covers the northwest European shelf from west of Ireland to the central Baltic Sea and from Brittany to the Shetlands. Although the surveys extend beyond the shelf edge, only taxa reported at least once in waters less than 200 m are included. Typical deep-water species and typical fresh-water species are excluded. We hope this publication will contribute to gaining a better understanding of the ocean ecosystems.

Deep-Sea Fishes

2017-08-10 Science

Author : Imants G. Priede
Release : 2017-08-10
Genre : Science
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 457/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Deep-Sea Fishes written by Imants G. Priede. This book was released on 2017-08-10. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The technological advances of the last twenty years have brought huge advances in our understanding of the deep sea and of the species inhabiting this elusive and fascinating environment. Synthesising the very latest research and discoveries, this is a comprehensive and much-needed account of deep-sea fishes. Priede examines all aspects of this incredibly diverse group of animals, reviewing almost 3,500 species and covering deep-sea fish evolution, physiology and ecology as well as charting the history of their discovery from the eighteenth century to the present day. Providing a global account of both pelagic and demersal species, the book ultimately considers the effect of the growing deep-sea fishing industry on sustainability. Copiously illustrated with explanations of the deep-sea environment, drawings of fishes and information on how they adapt to the deep, this is an essential resource for biologists, conservationists, fishery managers and anyone interested in marine evolution and natural history.

The Ecology of Marine Fishes

2006 Business & Economics

Author : Larry G. Allen
Release : 2006
Genre : Business & Economics
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 539/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book The Ecology of Marine Fishes written by Larry G. Allen. This book was released on 2006. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A masterful accomplishment—Allen, Pondella and Horn have assembled a talented team of experts who produce authoritative, up-to-date accounts. This book will be used as the primary text in many fish biology courses and as a valuable reference elsewhere. Here is a wealth of data waiting to be mined by legions of graduate students as they generate the new ideas that will motivate marine ecology for years.”—Peter Sale, Editor of Coral Reef Fishes: Dynamics and Diversity in a Complex Ecosystem "A copiously illustrated and comprehensive interpretation of the past, present, and future state of over 500 species of fishes in Californian waters. A compilation of virtually all the many important studies on the ecology of California marine fishes."—Bruce B. Collette, National Marine Fisheries Service and co-author of The Diversity of Fishes

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