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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This
IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced
typographical errors, and jumbled words. This book may have
occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor
pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original
artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe
this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections,
have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing
commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We
appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the
preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Fishes of the Salish Sea is the definitive guide to the
identification and history of the marine and anadromous fishes of
Puget Sound and the Straits of Georgia and Juan de Fuca. This
comprehensive three-volume set, featuring striking illustrations of
the Salish Sea's 260 fish species by noted illustrator Joseph
Tomelleri, details the ecology and life history of each species and
recounts the region's rich heritage of marine research and
exploration. Beginning with jawless hagfishes and lampreys and
ending with the distinctive Ocean Sunfish, leading scientists
Theodore Wells Pietsch and James Orr present the taxa in
phylogenetic order, based on classifications that reflect the most
current scientific knowledge. Illustrated taxonomic keys facilitate
fast and accurate species identification. These in-depth,
thoroughly documented, and yet accessible volumes will prove
invaluable to marine biologists and ecologists, natural resource
managers, anglers, divers, students, and all who want to learn
about, marvel over, and preserve the vibrant diversity of Salish
Sea marine life. Comprehensive accounts of 260 fish species
Brilliant color plates of all treated species Illustrated taxonomic
keys for easy species identification In-depth history of Salish Sea
research and exploration
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