The Catfish Connection - Ecology, Migration, and Conservation of Amazon Predators (Hardcover, New)

The Amazon Basin's rivers, estuaries and tributaries are home to as many as 1000 species of catfish. In this work, two scientists offer a natural history of the Amazon giant catfish and its central place as a source of food and income within the ecology and economy of the Amazon Basin. While focusing primarily on two species of giant catfish - known locally as Dourada and Piramutaba - the authors also present illustrated accounts of 13 distinct large fish. Their research yields strong statistical data and field observations that illustrate the catfishes' extensive migratory range and presents solid evidence of animal species requiring or using a large part of the basin for their ecological needs. This text also proposes techniques for the careful management of this resource to ensure its survival for future generations. This study should be a useful reference for marine and conservation biologists in the field, ecologists, resource management professionals and development workers.

General

Imprint:	Columbia University Press
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Biology and Resource Management Series
Release date:	August 1997
First published:	August 1997
Authors:	Ronaldo Barthem • Michael Goulding
Dimensions:	267 x 178 x 17mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Trade binding
Pages:	144
Edition:	New
ISBN-13:	978-0-231-10832-4
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Zoology & animal sciences > Vertebrates > Fishes (ichthyology) Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Conservation of the environment > Conservation of wildlife & habitats > General Promotions
LSN:	0-231-10832-X
Barcode:	9780231108324

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