Synopses & Reviews
This handy illustrated guide covers all of the ninety-one species of sharks, skates, and rays found in waters along the coasts of North Carolina and South Carolina. It will be an essential reference for shark enthusiasts, coastal residents, tourists, aquarium visitors, scientists, and anyone interested in these fascinating fish.
In his introduction, Frank J. Schwartz provides a general explanation of the anatomy and physical features of sharks, skates, and rays. He also discusses matters such as the possible causes of shark attacks, conservation concerns surrounding sport and commercial shark fishing, breeding habits, and shark fossils. Each species of shark, skate, and ray is shown in a clear illustration, accompanied by a concise description and notes on its color, size, distribution, and occurrence. A series of keys based on physical characteristics will aid readers in accurately identifying each species.
Review
[A] well-written book that will be a useful reference for . . . scientists, fishermen, and the general public. (Robert W. Purdy, Smithsonian Institution)
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"A who's who of ocean dwellers written for the everyday beachgoer."
Our State
Synopsis
One of the country's leading shark experts presents an illustrated guide to the 91 species of sharks, skates, and rays found in waters along the coast of N.C. and S.C. The author also provides a general explanation of the anatomy and physiology of these classes of fish and discusses issues such as the possible causes of shark attacks and conservation concerns about sport and commercial shark fishing.
Synopsis
One of the country's leading shark experts presents an illustrated guide to the 91 species of sharks, skates, & rays found in waters along the coast of N.C. and S.C. The author also provides a general explanation of the anatomy and physiology of these classes of fish and discusses issues such as the possible causes of shark attacks and conservation concerns about sport and commercial shark fishing.
Synopsis
Includes bibliographical references (p. [131]-151) and index.
About the Author
Frank J. Schwartz is a marine zoologist and well-known shark expert who has studied the fish for more than forty-five years. He is professor and curator of fishes at the University of North Carolina Institute of Marine Sciences at Morehead City.