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Indo Pacific Coral Reef Field Guide
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Author : Gerald R. Allen
language : en
Publisher: Tropical R
Release Date : 1994
Indo Pacific Coral Reef Field Guide written by Gerald R. Allen and has been published by Tropical R this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with Coral reef animals categories.
An excellent introduction to over 1800 marine plants, invertebrates, fishes, reptiles, birds and mammals of the Central and Western Pacific and Indian Ocean. A brief description of the members and their life history introduces each group of animals. The caption for each photograph has the common name, if there is one, scientific name and the maximum size. Highly recommended.
Handy Pocket Guide To Tropical Coral Reef Fishes
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Author : Gerald Allen
language : en
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Release Date : 2014-11-04
Handy Pocket Guide To Tropical Coral Reef Fishes written by Gerald Allen and has been published by Tuttle Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-11-04 with Nature categories.
Learn the essentials of tropical fish with this useful and portable reference book. The tremendous abundance of fish seen during a single scuba dive or snorkeling session in the tropics is just staggering. Indeed in some areas there are dozens of species inhabiting only one or two hectares of reef. But whether you get underwater, view marine life from the comfort of a glass-bottomed boat or just visit an aquarium, Handy Pocket Guide to Tropical Coral Reef Fishes provides an excellent introduction to 68 of the most commonly encountered tropical reef fishes. Written by Dr. Gerald Allen, international authority on reef fishes, it features stunning color shots by some of the world's best underwater photographers. Periplus Handy Pocket Guides are practical field guides, useful for identifying various natural objects ranging from plants and animals to gemstones and seashells. Each page of each title throughout the series is filled with clear, precise photographs and informative text. Scientific and local language names are given.
Coral Reef Fishes
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Author : Peter F. Sale
language : en
Publisher: Gulf Professional Publishing
Release Date : 2006-07-20
Coral Reef Fishes written by Peter F. Sale and has been published by Gulf Professional Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-07-20 with Nature categories.
Coral Reef Fishes is the successor of The Ecology of Fishes on Coral Reefs. This new edition includes provocative reviews covering the major areas of reef fish ecology. Concerns about the future health of coral reefs, and recognition that reefs and their fishes are economically important components of the coastal oceans of many tropical nations, have led to enormous growth in research directed at reef fishes. This book is much more than a simple revision of the earlier volume; it is a companion that supports and extends the earlier work. The included syntheses provides readers with the current highlights in this exciting science. * An up-to-date review of key research areas in reef fish ecology, with a bibliography including hundreds of citations, most from the last decade * Authoritative and provocative chapters written to suggest future research priorities * Includes discussions of regulation of fish populations, dispersal or site fidelity of larval reef fishes, sensory and motor capabilities of reef fish larvae, and complexities of management of reef species and communities
Contemporary Reefs
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Author : B.V. Preobrazhensky
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 1993-06-01
Contemporary Reefs written by B.V. Preobrazhensky and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993-06-01 with Science categories.
A study of coral reefs is of great theoretical and practical importance in biology, geology, ecology, and for understanding the history of ocean basins and seacoasts. As a biological formation, the reef represents one of the rare natural marine ecosystem models with the highest biological productivity. Contemporary reef systems exert an extremely important influence on the overall biological control of the World Ocean. Coral reefs have been recognized as one of the richest natural ecosystems and could be considered a prototype of a highly productive marine economy.
Coral Reefs And Climate Change
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Author : Jonathan Turnbull Phinney
language : en
Publisher: American Geophysical Union
Release Date : 2006-01-10
Coral Reefs And Climate Change written by Jonathan Turnbull Phinney and has been published by American Geophysical Union this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-01-10 with Science categories.
Published by the American Geophysical Union as part of the Coastal and Estuarine Studies, Volume 61. The effects of increased atmospheric carbon dioxide and related climate change on shallow coral reefs are gaining considerable attention for scientific and economic reasons worldwide. Although increased scientific research has improved our understanding of the response of coral reefs to climate change, we still lack key information that can help guide reef management. Research and monitoring of coral reef ecosystems over the past few decades have documented two major threats related to increasing concentrations of atmospheric CO2: (1) increased sea surface temperatures and (2) increased seawater acidity (lower pH). Higher atmospheric CO2 levels have resulted in rising sea surface temperatures and proven to be an acute threat to corals and other reef-dwelling organisms. Short periods (days) of elevated sea surface temperatures by as little as 1–2°C above the normal maximum temperature has led to more frequent and more widespread episodes of coral bleaching-the expulsion of symbiotic algae. A more chronic consequence of increasing atmospheric CO2 is the lowering of pH of surface waters, which affects the rate at which corals and other reef organisms secrete and build their calcium carbonate skeletons. Average pH of the surface ocean has already decreased by an estimated 0.1 unit since preindustrial times, and will continue to decline in concert with rising atmospheric CO2. These climate-related Stressors combined with other direct anthropogenic assaults, such as overfishing and pollution, weaken reef organisms and increase their susceptibility to disease.
Danger On The Reef
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Author : Jake Maddox
language : en
Publisher: Sport Stories Adventure
Release Date : 2020-07-09
Danger On The Reef written by Jake Maddox and has been published by Sport Stories Adventure this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-07-09 with Marine biologists categories.
Jasmine Lopez and her brother Arjun love exploring the coral reefs around Fiji, where their marine biologist parents are stationed. Jasmine, already a certified scuba diver, dreams of following in her parents' footsteps and wants to help Arjun do the same. Unfortunately her younger brother is sure he already knows everything. That attitude gets them into danger when Arjun drifts too far from the group during a dive - and straight into a reef shark.
Coral Reef Conservation
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Author : Isabelle M. Côté
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2006-08-17
Coral Reef Conservation written by Isabelle M. Côté and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-08-17 with Nature categories.
Coral reefs are the 'rain forests' of the ocean, containing the highest diversity of marine organisms and facing the greatest threats from humans. As shallow-water coastal habitats, they support a wide range of economically and culturally important activities, from fishing to tourism. Their accessibility makes reefs vulnerable to local threats that include over-fishing, pollution and physical damage. Reefs also face global problems, such as climate change, which may be responsible for recent widespread coral mortality and increased frequency of hurricane damage. This book, first published in 2006, summarises the state of knowledge about the status of reefs, the problems they face, and potential solutions. The topics considered range from concerns about extinction of coral reef species to economic and social issues affecting the well-being of people who depend on reefs. The result is a multi-disciplinary perspective on problems and solutions to the coral reef crisis.
The Great Barrier Reef
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Author : Pat Hutchings
language : en
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
Release Date : 2008-11-07
The Great Barrier Reef written by Pat Hutchings and has been published by CSIRO PUBLISHING this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-11-07 with Science categories.
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park is 344 400 square kilometres in size and is home to one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. This comprehensive guide describes the organisms and ecosystems of the Great Barrier Reef, as well as the biological, chemical and physical processes that influence them. Contemporary pressing issues such as climate change, coral bleaching, coral disease and the challenges of coral reef fisheries are also discussed. In addition,the book includes a field guide that will help people to identify the common animals and plants on the reef, then to delve into the book to learn more about the roles the biota play. Beautifully illustrated and with contributions from 33 international experts, The Great Barrier Reef is a must-read for the interested reef tourist, student, researcher and environmental manager. While it has an Australian focus, it can equally be used as a baseline text for most Indo-Pacific coral reefs. Winner of a Whitley Certificate of Commendation for 2009.
A Guide To The Coral Reef Life Of Singapore
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Author : L. M. Chou
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1992
A Guide To The Coral Reef Life Of Singapore written by L. M. Chou and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992 with Cnidaria categories.
The Great Barrier Reef
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Author : Isobel Bennett
language : en
Publisher: [Melbourne] : Lansdowne
Release Date : 1971
The Great Barrier Reef written by Isobel Bennett and has been published by [Melbourne] : Lansdowne this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1971 with Science categories.