Deadly Oceans
Deadly Oceans

Author: Caroline Robertson-Brown

Publisher: Reed New Holland

Published: 2017-12

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 9781925546224

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The world's oceans are filled with an array of venomous and toxic marine critters, not to mention a whole host of apex carnivores. Join ace divers and photographers Nick and Caroline Robertson-Brown as they tour the world in search of the 50 deadliest sea creatures. Animals covered come from all around the globe and include jellyfish, sea snakes, blue-ringed octopuses, lionfish, pufferfish, stingrays, cone shells, leopard seals, orcas, crocodiles and, of course, a whole range of sharks. And there's an intriguing twist in deciding just which one is the most deadly! Each entry includes stunning images by the photographers, together with a concise and captivating description of its deadly capabilities, along with facts such as where it can be found, making this the perfect book for everyone from divers and armchair naturalists to schoolchildren with a morbid fascination for the world's most dangerous creatures.

Sharks and Other Deadly Ocean Creatures Visual Encyclopedia
Sharks and Other Deadly Ocean Creatures Visual Encyclopedia

Author: DK

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2016-06-14

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 1465456090

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Swimming with sharks sounds a terrifying prospect, but not when it is from the comfort of your living room. This comprehensive visual encyclopedia takes you deep into the world's waters to meet the deadliest ocean predators - without you even getting wet! Do you know which creature has tentacles longer than a bus? Or what was the largest shark that ever lived? Where does the tiger shark get its name? Which fish has the deadliest venom? And which fish has the strongest bite of anything on Earth? Sharks and Other Deadly Ocean Creatures answers all these questions and many, many more. More than 200 fierce fish from the past and present are featured in fact-packed profiles. You'll come face to face with great white sharks, manta rays, saltwater crocodiles, giant squid, biting barracudas, and predatory piranhas all shown with exciting CGI technology and stunning photography. You'll learn about shark anatomy, behaviour, and habitats alongside fun, factual text presented in an easily accessible format.?? Whether you're a water baby or simply studying for a school project, this is your one-stop shop for sharks and other deadly ocean creatures.

Oceans For Dummies
Oceans For Dummies

Author: Ashlan Cousteau

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2021-02-24

Total Pages: 448

ISBN-13: 1119654432

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Dive deep to explore the ocean From how most of our oxygen is created by phytoplankton, to how currents control our climate, to the marine food chain and the importance of coral, this is the holy grail of ocean books that’s easy for everyone to digest. It features fun facts about some of the most incredible, bizarre, and fascinating creatures in the ocean, from mantis shrimp that can strike things with the speed of a .22 caliber bullet to fish with clear heads that can see out of the top of their skulls. The ocean is full of wonders and there is still so much left to explore and understand. How our oceans work What creatures live in the ocean Find out how the ocean regulates our climate and weather patterns How growing pollution threatens our ocean and its inhabitants Oceans For Dummies is perfect for anyone with an interest in the ocean, including kids, adults, students, ocean lovers, surfers, fishermen, conservationists, sailors, and everyone in between.

Oceans
Oceans

Author: Jon Bowermaster

Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com

Published: 2010-10-08

Total Pages: 510

ISBN-13: 145875975X

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Presents a collection of essays by leading experts examining the current condition of the world's oceans and their inhabitants and emphasizing the need to preserve them from the threat of pollution, overfishing, dead zones, and global warming.

Oceans
Oceans

Author: Beverly McMillan

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2007-07-24

Total Pages: 72

ISBN-13: 1416938591

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Explores the world's oceans.

Octopuses
Octopuses

Author: Leo Statts

Publisher: ABDO

Published: 2016-12-15

Total Pages: 27

ISBN-13: 1624024998

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Learn all about octopuses and their flexible tentacles! Easy-to-read text and vibrant, full-color photos captivate young readers and bring these fascinating animals to life. Plus, quick stats diagrams and bolded glossary terms invite readers to zoom in and learn more. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.

Poisoned Oceans
Poisoned Oceans

Author: Honor Head

Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP

Published: 2018-12-15

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13: 1538234955

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Imagine a world where the beach is no longer a place to visit, and the ocean a place that is too poisonous to swim in. It may sound like the plot line of a dystopian chapter book, but every day we get closer to it becoming reality. This essential volume digs into the many ways that life depends on our oceans to survive. Bright photographs and astonishing case studies engage the reader in learning the science behind our ocean's health and how it is being compromised. This environmental science book excites and empowers readers to help reverse the toxicity in our oceans before it is too late.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Oceans
The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Oceans

Author: Joe Kraynak

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 372

ISBN-13: 9780028644622

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Written by an expert in marine biology, this book is a voyage across-and beneath-the vast seas that have fascinated us since history's beginnings, with information on such topics as: