Marine Mammals Ashore

Marine Mammals Ashore

Author: Joseph R. Geraci

Publisher: National Aquarium in Baltimore

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 0977460908

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Comprehensive manual for understanding and carrying out marine mammal rescue activities for stranded seals, manatees, dolphins, whales, or sea otters.


California's Living Marine Resources

California's Living Marine Resources

Author: William S. Leet

Publisher: University Of California, Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources; Califorinia Sea Grant

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 596

ISBN-13: 9781879906570

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This 592-page spiral-bound reference provides a baseline of information for all those involved with managing living marine resources in California and chronicles changes that have occurred in many of the state’s fisheries. Organized by marine ecosystems: bays and estuaries, nearshore and offshore. Includes illustrated species descriptions with details of biological knowledge, fishery history, landings data, population status and references. Also includes sections on marine birds and mammals and appendices containing management considerations (by species), a glossary of technical terms and acronyms and fishing gear illustrations. Jointly produced by the California Sea Grant Extension Program and the California Department of Fish and Game following the passage of the Marine Life Protection Act in January 1999.


Endangered Species Act Consultation Handbook

Endangered Species Act Consultation Handbook

Author:

Publisher: U.S. Government Printing Office

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 860

ISBN-13:

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The Handbook provides internal guidance and establishes national policy for conducting consultation and conferences pursuant to section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. The purpose of the Handbook is to promote efficiency and nationwide consistency within and between the Services. The Handbook addresses the major consultation processes, including informal, formal, emergency, and special consultations, and conferences.