Field Guide to Sharks, Rays & Chimaeras of Europe and the Mediterranean

Field Guide to Sharks, Rays & Chimaeras of Europe and the Mediterranean
Author: David A. Ebert
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 385
Release: 2020-12-08
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0691211825

The definitive field guide to all the sharks, rays and chimaeras of the European Atlantic and Mediterranean The waters of the northeast Atlantic and Mediterranean Sea are home to an amazing variety of sharks, rays and chimaeras. This comprehensive and easy-to-use field guide covers all 146 species found in the Mediterranean, the waters of the European Atlantic and Iceland, along all the Scandinavian coasts, in the Black Sea and as far south as the Canary Islands. Detailed species accounts describe key identification features, habitat, biology and status. Every species account comes with a colour distribution map, a depth guide, at-a-glance icons and colour illustrations. This must-have field guide also features illustrated key guides that enable you to accurately identify down to species, comparison plates of similar species, illustrations of eggcases where known and plates of teeth. The first field guide to cover all 146 species Features hundreds of colour illustrations, photos, maps and diagrams Describes key features, habitat, biology and status Includes depth guides, at-a-glance icons, key guides and teeth plates

The Action Plan for Australian Sharks and Rays 2020

The Action Plan for Australian Sharks and Rays 2020
Author: Peter Kyne
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2021-05-26
Genre:
ISBN: 9780646825526

The Action Plan for Australian Sharks 2020 is the first action plan for Australia's chondrichthyan fishes (sharks, rays, and chimaeras). This book presents the IUCN Red List status of all 329 species occurring in Australian waters including Subantarctic ad Antarctic waters. The majority of the fauna is secure, although roughly one in eight species is threatened with extinction. The Action Plan presents specific actions required to address knowledge gaps, and outlines conservation actions for each species. This book is a call to action to secure all of Australia's sharks, rays, and chimaeras.

The Ultimate Book of Sharks

The Ultimate Book of Sharks
Author: Brian Skerry
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2018
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1426330715

An illustration-heavy exploration of the types and characteristics of sharks.

Online Classroom: Australian Geography Series - Year 3

Online Classroom: Australian Geography Series - Year 3
Author: Lisa Craig
Publisher: Ready-Ed Publications
Total Pages: 49
Release: 2019-03-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1925611175

Online Classroom: Australian Geography Series – Year 3 is a package that includes: Interactive Online Resource The online resource can be viewed on smart/whiteboards, tablets and laptops. This interactive resource includes videos, audio, clickable buttons, graphics and more. It is specifically targeted at engaging Year 3 students and bringing classroom lessons to life. Teachers’ Guide The teachers’ guide includes step-by-step instructions to using the online resource. All you will need to know about using the online resource is provided in this guide. The code and registration details are provided in this guide too. BLM Activity Sheets Photocopiable BLM activity sheets which link to the online content are included in this package. Originally created for our popular BLM ‘Australian Geography Series Book 3: Places Are Similar And Different’, these activity pages have been modified for this package. Students can complete the activities after viewing the online content. All of the activity sheets have been carefully created to meet the requirements of the Australian Curriculum. Online Classroom brings Year 3 Geography to life. The curriculum-linked topics include: Section 1: Australian Boundaries In this section learn about divisions and boundaries in Australia as well as well-known Australian natural features. Section 2: Australia And The Pacific Islands In this section learn about similar and different human and natural characteristics in places located in Australia and the Pacific Islands. Section 3: Diverse Climates In this section learn about the difference between the weather and climate and investigate different weather patterns and climates around the world. Section 4: Place In this section learn about people’s relationship with different places; how we can protect and preserve places; the different types of places where Australians choose to live and how place affects lifestyle.. Online Classroom can be used to: • plan and present your lessons • generate lively class discussions • set up group work • foster independent learning on individual devices • set online homework and digital research tasks

Sharks of the World

Sharks of the World
Author: David A. Ebert
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 608
Release: 2021-07-20
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 069120599X

"Fully revised and updated"--Back cover.

Field Identification Guide to the Sharks and Rays of the Mediterranean and Black Sea

Field Identification Guide to the Sharks and Rays of the Mediterranean and Black Sea
Author: Fabrizio Serena
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
Total Pages: 140
Release: 2005
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9789251052914

This volume presents a fully illustrated field guide for the identification of the sharks and rays most relevant to the fisheries of the Mediterranean and Black Sea. An extensive literature review was carried out for the preparation of this document. A total of 49 sharks, 34 batoids and 1 chimaera are fully treated. The presence of 5 sharks and 2 batoids included in this field guide, need, however, to be confirmed. The guide includes sections on technical terms and measurements for sharks and batoids, and fully illustrated keys to those orders and families that occur in the region. Each species account includes: at least one annotated illustration of the species highlighting its relevant identification characters; basic information on nomenclature, synonyms and possible misidentifications; FAO common names; basic information on size, habitat and biology, distribution, importance to fisheries, and conservation and exploitation status.

A Pocket Guide to Sharks of the World

A Pocket Guide to Sharks of the World
Author: David A. Ebert
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2021-08-24
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0691218749

An updated and comprehensive guide identifying all of the world's sharks Sharks are some of the most misunderstood animals on the planet. We still have a lot to learn about these fascinating creatures, which are more seriously threatened with extinction and in greater need of conservation and management than any other major group of vertebrates. A Pocket Guide to Sharks of the World is the only field guide to identify, illustrate, and describe every known shark species. Its compact format makes it handy for many situations, including recognizing living species, fishery catches, or parts sold at markets. This expanded second edition presents lavish images, details on newly discovered species, and updated text throughout. The book contains useful sections on identifying shark teeth and the shark fins most commonly encountered in the fin trade, and takes a look at shark biology, ecology, and conservation. A Pocket Guide to Sharks of the World will be an essential resource and definitive reference for years to come. An updated guide to all of the world’s sharks Each species is illustrated and described Handy, compact format with concise text Useful sections on the identification of shark teeth and fins

Field Guide to Marine Fishes of Tropical Australia

Field Guide to Marine Fishes of Tropical Australia
Author: Gerald R Allen
Publisher: Western Australian Museum
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2009-08-01
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1920843892

This phenomenally successful guide to the wealth and variety of fish in Australia’s tropical waters — including the Great Barrier Reef — and south-east Asia has been updated and expanded. The book has sold more than 20,000 copies in its previous editions, and is an invaluable reference for divers and anglers, to both scientists and the lay person; to everyone with an interest in our remarkable tropical fish. Full colour illustrations by leading Australian marine artists, Roger Swainton and Jill Ruse, make identification easy. The author has also included an edibility guide.