The Shark Handbook: Third Edition
The Shark Handbook: Third Edition

Author: Greg Skomal

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2021-07-06

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 1646431057

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Sharks are perhaps the most feared and misunderstood creatures on earth. They have inhabited the planet for 450 million years, and over that time they have evolved into hundreds of highly varied and fascinating species. In this comprehensive and colorful third edition, shark expert Dr. Greg Skomal takes us on a captivating tour of the world of sharks-what they are, how they evolved, and how they thrive in their marine environment. He provides close-up, detailed views of: Shark anatomy and adaptation, Shark conservation, Shark attacks, Over 450 species, And more! The Shark Handbook, 3rd Edition comes alive with vivid, full-color photography from outstanding photographic contributors. Book jacket.

Great White Sharks
Great White Sharks

Author: A. Peter Klimley

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 1998-04-03

Total Pages: 531

ISBN-13: 0080532608

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Now available in paperback, the first comprehensive reference on Great White sharks separates fact from fiction and presents real evidence of the ecology and behavior of these remarkable animals. The volume begins with the evolution of the white shark and its relatives and continues with sections on its anatomy, behavior, ecology, distribution, population dynamics, and interactions with humans. Included in the volume are many illustrations, maps, diagrams, graphs and photos. - Covers all biological aspects of Great White sharks - Includes contributions from an international team of leading authorities - Heavily illustrated with maps, diagrams, graphs, and photos

Shark Handbook
Shark Handbook

Author: Greg Skomal

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2014-02-04

Total Pages: 299

ISBN-13: 1604334274

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Greg Skomal is one of the world’s leading shark experts: many thousands of viewers know him as the “Shark Guy” on Discovery Channel and he’s affiliated with the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute. So if you’re dreaming of swimming with sharks, there’s no one better to take you—and that’s exactly what he does in this comprehensive, stunning field guide. In addition to an awesome gatefold poster of a Great White (with all its distinguishing features shown in detail), plus amazing original images from Skomal and award-winning National Geographic photographer Nick Caloyianis, it contains a complete listing of every known shark in existence as well as some extinct species. Learn about sharks from their birth to death, their anatomy, how to distinguish one shark from the next, how their teeth are developed, how they hunt and attack, and their importance and purpose within our eco system.

The Great White Shark Scientist
The Great White Shark Scientist

Author: Sy Montgomery

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 2016-06-07

Total Pages: 80

ISBN-13: 0544829344

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Dr. Greg Skomal, biologist and head of the Massachusetts Shark Research Program, is investigating a controversial possibility: Might Cape Cod’s waters serve as a breeding ground for the great white shark, the largest and most feared predatory fish on Earth? Sy Montgomery and Keith Ellenbogen report on this thrilling turning point in marine research and travel to Guadeloupe, Mexico, to get up close and personal with the sharks. This daring expedition into the realm of great whites shows readers that in order to save the planet and its creatures, we must embrace our humanity and face our greatest fears. This is an ideal read for Shark Week or anytime!

Great White Shark
Great White Shark

Author: Richard Ellis

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13:

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Shares the latest findings on the great white shark's size, ancestry, relatives, breeding, and feeding habits.

The Great White Shark Handbook
The Great White Shark Handbook

Author: Greg Skomal

Publisher:

Published: 2023-08-15

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1604337710

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Sink your teeth into all things great white with this field guide to the ocean's most fearsome--and fascinating--predator Dive into the world of the ocean's most fascinating and formidable predator with The Great White Handbook, the essential field guide to the great white shark. This comprehensive, handsomely designed handbook is filled with stunning illustrations and photographs, as well as remarkable facts, trivia, and gripping stories of close encounters. This is the perfect gift for any shark fan

The Shark Watcher's Handbook
The Shark Watcher's Handbook

Author: Mark Carwardine

Publisher:

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 287

ISBN-13: 9780563537946

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Shark-watching, whether from the shore, from boats or face-to-face on the sea floor, is one of the fastest-growing activities around the world -last year, more than a quarter of a million people had an intentional underwater encounter with a shark. This book provides all the information necessary to plan a shark-watching trip. The first part of the book explains the background to shark-watching and descibes how it can be done in an eco-friendly way. It summarises the natural history of sharks, gives the truth about shark attacks, explains how to take good photographs under water and provides detailed, illustrated portraits of the 24 most frequently encountered species. The remainder of the book - a Directory of the world's top shark-watching sites, illustrated with high-quality photographs -provides all the practical information needed to plan your shark-watching trips, from when to go, what facilities and weather to expect to what level of expertise is required. This book will be an essential guide - for those who are already addicted to shark-watching and for anyone tempted to try this exciting and adventurous activity for the first time

Great White Shark
Great White Shark

Author: Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld

Publisher:

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781592491964

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Two-day-old White Shark uses her instincts and keen sense of smell to hunt for food.

The Great White Shark 500-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle & Book
The Great White Shark 500-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle & Book

Author:

Publisher: Applesauce Press

Published: 2021-02-02

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 1646430808

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Get the 500-piece shark jigsaw puzzle and The Shark Handbook: Second Edition pair. This 500-piece puzzle features stunning artwork of the fierce Great White Shark, starring phenomenal illustrations by paleo-artist Julius Csotonyi. Delight and challenge your kids, friends, and family with this 500-piece puzzle that is sure to entertain for hours. Including the Shark Handbook for some extra fun and learning onto the species of great white sharks!

The Shark Handbook: Third Edition
The Shark Handbook: Third Edition

Author: Greg Skomal

Publisher: Cider Mill Press

Published: 2024-06-11

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 1400252202

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Dive deep into the world of sharks, the most fascinating and misunderstood marine animals on the planet, in this stunning new edition of The Shark Handbook, written by Shark Week expert, Dr. Greg Skomal. Did you know that a whale shark’s spots are as unique as a fingerprint? Or that sharks can go into a trance when flipped upside down? Or that the Megallodon’s mouth was 6 feet across? With The Shark Handbook, jump into brand new facts about these fierce sea creatures! Explore all of the orders of sharks, such as: Ground sharks Great white sharks Mackerel sharks Carpet sharks and more! Learn about over 400 profiles of every shark in existence, from the first sharks living about 445 million years ago to the ones lurking in the ocean deep today. Starring spectacular, full-color photography that makes these jaw-dropping sharks come to life, this is the perfect gift for the shark enthusiast in your life. Dr. Greg Skomal, PhD is an experienced aquarist and Marine Fisheries Biologist at Martha's Vineyard Fisheries, Division of Marine Fisheries, Massachusetts. He's been keeping saltwater aquariums since childhood and has shared his extensive knowledge with viewers of National Geographic, the Discovery Channel, NBC's Today, and other media.