- Paperback: 272 pages
- Publisher: Sound Diving Publications; 2nd Revised edition edition (11 July 2005)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0952283158
- ISBN-13: 978-0952283157
- Product Dimensions: 23.8 x 16.6 x 2.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
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- #65 in Books > Science & Nature > Biological Sciences > Animal Sciences > Marine Life > Seashore
- #66 in Books > Science & Nature > Nature > Wild Animals > Aquatic Creatures > Sea & Seashore Life
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"...Naylor's photographs disclose a world that is intensely colourful not only in the visual sense, but also because of the behaviour of its varied inhabitants." The Independent "...photos...are all excellent...essential reading for anyone who wants a bit more than a name for a sea creature." BBC Wildlife "...highly recommended to all with an interest in our native marine life." British Wildlife "A magical book crammed with colourful photography of marine life round the UK shore." The Teacher "If I were to recommend a single species guide to UK divers, this would be the one." DIVE magazine
The Teacher May/June 2003
"A magical book crammed with colourful photography of marine life round the UK shore."
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The undersea world that surrounds Britain is home to the most wonderful array of marine animals. Read the first page
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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
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Having dived for the first time in the sea on the Plymouth coast, I wanted to get a book so that I knew what the animals were instead of the usual "It was a big brown fish", or "large crab". I was attracted to this book due to the photographic reputation of Paul Naylor and I can say I wasn't disappointed. The book is broken down by animal group (sponges, worms, fish etc) and is packed with top quality colour photos. Each photo is accompanied by a well written description of the animal and in many cases details unique characteristics of each group, such as how sponges reproduce and how they defend themselves. For other animals Paul Naylor illustrates the animals life cycle, such as developing from eggs to planktonic larval stage to adult etc. I found this book educational and a very enjoyable read, worthy of a space on your bookshelf, if you manage to put it down that is.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I can't really add to what others have said, It's a good book and the pictures are high quality. However from a Marine Biology undergrad perspective not enough species are covered for a comprehensive book. Still however a fantastic book with some amazing pictures!
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Really beautiful book with well written descriptions of the different animals. The pictures are really well done and it's an absorbing read. If you have any interest in underwater life then I would recommend this one fully.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A good reference guide for divers and students
This was one of my first books I bought when I began scuba diving and wanted to identify everything that I'd seen and photographed. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Chris
Great Identification Guide for Divers
Organised as an identification guide, what makes this book so special is the commentary on the behaviour of the animals featured. And, of course, the 350 delightful photographs. Read more
Published 3 months ago by SCUBA News
Reference for diving and underwater photography
Great British Marine Animals is a good reference for diving, snorkeling, underwater photography or just exploring rock pools. Read more
Published 6 months ago by T. Ward
Wonderful book
Great photos and enough background info on the flora and fauna underwater in the waters of Great Britain. A permanent book on my dive book shelf.
Published 7 months ago by Arne Kuilman
Informative, beautiful accurate pictures, helped me learn alot!
I am just a beginner learning about marine biology. I found this book extreemly useful and informative. Read more
Published 8 months ago by anna timperley
the best general guide to british waters
I dive a lot around the british coast and have been on the lookout for a long time for a good, accurate, general guide to the marine species found around our islands. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Mr. R. J. West
Nice Book
Reviewed for web site:- whats that fish. Good book with a lot of information.
However it would have been nice to have consistent information through out the book such as size... Read more
However it would have been nice to have consistent information through out the book such as size... Read more
Published 15 months ago by whatsthatfish
good for id
I havn't done much id before, but this book is really easy to use and the pictures are all fantastic. Works well just to read as well
Published 15 months ago by cjuk
Inspiring book, very detailed, and easy to read
I bought this book as on a day trip to the coast I had picked up a few rocks and a tiny crab and an anemone. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Marine Mad
Useful purchase for British divers
This is a really well put together book with loads of great pictures so that underwater recognition is much easier. Would recommend it to anyone diving in British waters.
Published 22 months ago by Matt
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