Shark biology and conservation : essentials for educators, students, and enthusiasts / Daniel C. Abel, R. Dean Grubbs, Tristan Guttridge, Joshua K. Moyer ; illustrated by Elise Pullen and Marc Dando ; with contributions from Callie Crawford [and nine others].

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Abel, Daniel C., Author.

Grubbs, R. Dean, author.

Guttridge, Tristan L., author.

Moyer, Joshua K., 1987- author.

Contributor:

Pullen, Elise, illustrator.

Dando, Marc

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Sharks.

Sharks--Conservation.

Physical Description:

xix, 500 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), maps ; 26 cm

illustration

polychrome

Edition:

Second edition.

Place of Publication:

Baltimore, Maryland : Johns Hopkins University Press, 2026.

Summary:

"Shark Biology and Conservation is a comprehensive and accessible guide to the diversity, evolution, ecology, behavior, physiology, anatomy, and conservation of sharks, combines scientific depth with clear explanations, making it valuable to both specialists and general readers. Drawing on their extensive field experience, the authors share engaging stories while presenting traditional and modern research techniques, from molecular methods to advanced tracking technologies. They explore often-overlooked aspects of shark physiology, including heart function, sensory biology, digestion, metabolism, and reproduction, as well as big-picture ecological topics like habitat preferences and migration patterns. The book also examines sharks' extraordinary adaptations, evaluates conservation strategies, and warns against the misuse of science. Illustrated with hundreds of original photographs and detailed drawings, this work offers a rich and authoritative resource for marine biologists, educators, students, and anyone captivated by these remarkable and threatened animals"-- Provided by publisher.

Notes:

Previous edition: 2020.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9781421453880

1421453886

OCLC:

1533181417

Publisher Number:

90104855064