Field Guide to Marine Mammals of the Pacific Coast (Paperback)

From gray whales giving birth in the lagoons of Baja California to sea otters nestled in kelp beds off California to killer whales living around Vancouver IslandOCothis spectacular stretch of the Pacific Coast boasts one of the most abundant populations of sea mammals on earth. This handy interpretive field guide describes the 45 whales, dolphins, seals, and otters that are resident in, migrate through, or forage from Baja in Mexico to British Columbia in Canada. The guideOCOs rich species accounts provide details on identification, natural history, distribution, and conservation. They also tell where and how these fascinating animals can best be viewed. Introductory chapters give general information on the ecology, evolution, and taxonomy of marine mammals; on the Pacific CoastOCOs unique environment; and on the relationship between marine mammals and humans from native cultures to today. Featuring many color illustrations, photographs, drawings, and maps, this up-to-date guide illuminates a fascinating group of animals and reveals much about their mysterious lives in the ocean."

General

Imprint:	University of California Press
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	California Natural History Guides, 100
Release date:	2011
First published:	2011
Authors:	Sarah G. Allen • Joe Mortenson • Sophie Webb
Dimensions:	184 x 114 x 38mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	584
ISBN-13:	978-0-520-26545-5
Categories:	Books > Sport & Leisure > Natural history, country life & pets > Wild animals > Aquatic creatures > Sea & seashore life Promotions
LSN:	0-520-26545-9
Barcode:	9780520265455

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