Pisces Guide to Caribbean Reef Ecology

Pisces Guide to Caribbean Reef Ecology

Author: William S. Alevizon

Publisher: Lonely Planet

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 134

ISBN-13:

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Here's a delightful guide for anyone who loves the beauty and wonder of coral reefs and the marine life they support. Packed with color photos throughout, it simply and clearly describes the fascinating interplay - the ecology - of creatures, natural forces, and biological processes that make coral reefs so fascinating to behold. Focusing on coral reefs of the Caribbean, this enlightening and entertaining book goes beyond the who's and what's of these marvelous marine environments. It reveals the why's and how's of the complex roles, behaviors, and interrelationships of the creatures that inhabit coral reefs. To protect coral reefs, we must understand them. This handy guide clarifies the seemingly random chaos that characterizes coral reefs, and accurately portrays them as well-organized, highly interdependent ecosystems that require our care and attention. All who cherish the oceans' wonders will enjoy this illuminating look into the magical world of Caribbean Reef Ecology.


Wildlife of the Caribbean

Wildlife of the Caribbean

Author: Herbert A. Raffaele

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2014-05-25

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 0691153825

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The essential guide to the living wonders of the Caribbean islands This is the first comprehensive illustrated guide to the natural world of the Caribbean islands. It contains 600 vivid color images featuring 451 species of plants, birds, mammals, fish, seashells, and much more. While the guide primarily looks at the most conspicuous and widespread species among the islands, it also includes rarely seen creatures—such as the Rhinoceros Iguana and Cuban Solenodon—giving readers a special sense of the region's diverse wildlife. Each species is represented by one or more color photos or illustrations; details regarding its identification, status, and distribution; and interesting aspects of its life history or relationship to humans. In addition, an introductory section focuses on the unique characteristics of the Caribbean’s fauna and flora, the threats faced by both, and some of the steps being taken to sustain the area’s extraordinary natural heritage. Wildlife of the Caribbean is the essential field guide for learning about the living wonders in this area of the world. The only guide of its kind for the Caribbean islands 600 detailed color images feature 451 amazing species Straightforward descriptions suitable for general audience Compact size makes the guide easy to carry


The Caribbean

The Caribbean

Author: Leonard Adkins

Publisher: Hunter Publishing, Inc

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 1556508484

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Antigua Alive

Antigua Alive

Author: Paris Permenter

Publisher: Hunter Publishing, Inc

Published: 2011-04-15

Total Pages: 151

ISBN-13: 1588432726

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These sunny islands offer glorious beaches, delightful restaurants, exciting nightlife and a wealth of great places to stay, many right on the sand. Join this husband-and-wife team as they show you the very best of these islands. "Dawn to Dusk" sections focus on the best daytime delights, such as terrific watersports, sightseeing, white sand beaches and fascinating museums. "After Dark" sections take you to the best nightclubs, piano bars, cocktail lounges and beach cookouts. Hundreds of places to stay and eat are profiled in detail, based on repeat visits by the authors. Up-to-the-minute Alive Guides cover every aspect of travel in each exciting destination--places rarely covered by other guidebooks! Alive Guides focus on hotels and restaurants, with descriptions based on repeat visits by well-traveled authors. Establishments are rated with the unique Alive rating system, so you can find one to suit your taste and pocketbook. Particular attention is given to shopping in the exotic regions, with details on local artists, cut-price designer clothing and the best values on duty-free goods. Tips on what to do from sunup to sundown include tours, sightseeing, sunning, watersports and the best beaches. Piano bars, jazz clubs, places to meet people and even gay clubs are listed for nightlife. Transportation to, from, and around the area is also covered. "I found this book to be extremely helpful. Very practical advice. The only thing I found not to be true was "dressing for dinner." I found that casual dress was by far the best in St. Kitts. Anyone taking a trip to St. Kitts and Nevis should read this book!" (Richelle Long, Amazon reviewer)


Marine Life of the Caribbean

Marine Life of the Caribbean

Author: Alick Rowe Jones

Publisher: Interlink Publishing Group

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13:

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This book talks about providing the US with a national strategy that focusses on exploiting its advantage, as a strategic broker, in crafting agreements on the rules for technological competition and the principles for military integration while being mor