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Author: Paul Humann
Publisher:
Published: 2022-11
Total Pages: 282
ISBN-13: 9781878348715
DOWNLOAD EBOOKComprehensive and user-friendly format takes the guess work out of visually identifying more than 300 fish species that inhabit the waters from southern California to Alaska.
Author: Paul Humann
Publisher:
Published: 1996
Total Pages: 224
ISBN-13: 9781878348128
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHow to use this book -- Heavy body/large lips -- Bulbous, spiny-headed bottom dwellers -- Eels & eal-like bottom-dwellers -- Elongated bottom-dwellers -- Flatfish/bottom dwellers -- Odd-shaped bottom dwellers -- Odd-shaped & other swimmers -- Silvery swimmers -- Sharks & rays -- Common name index -- Scientific name index -- Personal record of fish sightings.
Author: Valerie A. Kells
Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press
Published: 2016-03-30
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781421418322
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA comprehensive, beautifully illustrated guide to West Coast marine fishes. From the Arctic waters of Alaska to the southern tip of California, this fully illustrated guide captures the stunning diversity of fishes along the western coastlines of the United States and Canada. The combined work of renowned marine science illustrator Val Kells and distinguished ichthyologists Luiz A. Rocha and Larry G. Allen, A Field Guide to Coastal Fishes: From Alaska to California is this region's most current and thorough fish identification guide. Whether you are an angler, scuba diver, naturalist, student, or teacher, you will find every fish you're trying to identify, each shown in lifelike detail. The book's coverage extends from shallow, brackish waters to depths of about 200 meters. Key features include Over 950 illustrations of adults, juveniles, and color variants Descriptions of 157 fish families and almost 700 species Text presented adjacent to the illustrations Concise details about the biology, range, and distribution of each species Poised to become your go-to reference, this guide will find a welcome spot on your boat, in your backpack, or on your bookshelf.
Author: Robert H. Armstrong
Publisher:
Published: 1996
Total Pages: 96
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO ALASKAN FISH.
Author: Andy Lamb
Publisher: Harbour Publishing Company
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 335
ISBN-13: 9781550174717
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWritten by a marine biologist and illustrated in colour by a prizewinning underwater photographer, Coastal Fishes of the Pacific Northwest identifies each fish by its common name and is illustrated with full-colour photographs and labelled sketches. Special sections present catching tips for anglers and commercial fishermen; location hints for divers, beachcombers and pleasure boaters; and cooking ideas for seafood gourmets. The information included in these sections provides a brief but detailed description of each fish's habitat, physical characteristics and behaviour--everything that a fisherman or an amateur naturalist needs to know!
Author: William N. Eschmeyer
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Published: 1983
Total Pages: 460
ISBN-13: 9780618002122
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMore than 600 species are described in detail, with more than 525 illustrations. This is the guide for quick, reliable identification of fishes that you'll encounter while fishing, snorkeling, diving, or even strolling along a Pacific Coast beach.
Author: Daniel Gotshall
Publisher:
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 128
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis is the largest species of sea pen encountered by divers in the northern Pacific. the short, slender branches of the stalk are white, as are the polyps.
Author: Gar Goodson
Publisher: Stanford, Calif. : Stanford University Press
Published: 1988
Total Pages: 267
ISBN-13: 9780804713856
DOWNLOAD EBOOK“These attractive, pocket-sized guides for fish watchers have been carefully written by Goodson and profusely illustrated in striking water colors by Phillip Weisgerber. Although designed for divers, fishers, aquarists and other nonprofessionals, these little books will undoubtedly find their way on to the shelves of many ichthyologists who will value them as quick references and for providing life-like, color renditions of many fish species found in American coastal waters.”—Copeia “Goodson’s guidebook is designed for the fishwatcher—whether skin or scuba diver, fisherman, aquarist, schoolchild or casual tourist exploring the shore—who seeks to know more about our marine life.”—Palos Verdes Peninsula News
Author: Ron Russo
Publisher: Nature Study Guild Publishers
Published: 2024-10-08
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780912550404
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIdentify marine fish of the Pacific Coast with this pocket-size guide. Whether you're snorkeling with your family or on a fishing trip in the Pacific, you're bound to encounter a variety of marine wildlife. If you're curious about the fish you see, then Pacific Coast Fish Finder by Ron Russo is just what you need. With the handy, easy-to-use book, you can identify common marine fish, sharks, and rays by sight. The booklet begins with introductions to fish anatomy and biology, followed by an at-a-glance identification chart to fish species by shape and a guide to shark teeth. A field guide section presents 130 marine fish, organized by families such as sharks, salmon, rockfish, and tunas. Professional illustrations by Ann Caudle and visual descriptions help you to identify each species. Book Features: Simple guide to marine fish identification 130 species of common fish, sharks, and rays Introductions to fish anatomy, biology, distribution, and more Professional illustrations with key markings for identification Small (6- by 4-inch) format that fits into a pocket or pack This guide is applicable to the West Coast states of Alaska, California, Oregon, and Washington, as well as coastal Baja California and Canada.
Author: Jennifer Mondragon
Publisher:
Published: 2003
Total Pages: 100
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Created for those who work and play on the shores and in the shallow subtidal of the Pacific, this easy-to-use field guide is suitable for amateurs and professionals alike. Featuring a "quick key" and filled with interesting details, this comprehensive book will enable you to readily identify 128 species of nmarine algae commonly found along the coast from Alaska to Baja California. Each species is accompanied by at least one color photograph, and text that covers identifying characteristics, range, and habit. Contains 138 color photographs, 14 line drawings that illustrate algal structures and life cycles, 3 easy-to-use keys to help sort and identify specimens and 9 recipes for cooking with seaweed." -- Amazon.com viewed March 30, 2021.
