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Marine Mammal Biology: An Evolutionary Approach [Paperback]

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  • Paperback: 448 pages
  • Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell (8 Mar 2002)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0632052325
  • ISBN-13: 978-0632052325
  • Product Dimensions: 19 x 2.3 x 24.7 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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"This book represents an authoritative and up to date account of our understanding of the biology of marine mammals. Although it does include quite a bit of technical detail, the inclusion of simple chapter summaries and numerous explanatory boxes, ensure that it will be accessible to a range of readers from undergraduate biology students to professional marine mammal biologists. If I taught an undergraduate course in marine mammal biology, I would make it my recommended text. As a marine mammal biologist, I know that I will be reaching for it often over the next few years." Marine Mammal Science

"This is a very well illustrated text dealing with a fascinating groups of animals. Although it is an advanced text (the ′introductory′ nature alluded to being best for those with some biological training) there is much to gained for the beginner. There is a wealth of detail which could be used in many educational contexts making this book more of a reference aid than straight textbook. It provides information on mammal biology helpful in discussions about broader ecological aspects which cannot easily be found elsewhere." TEGNews

"In 14 chapters, some 27 specialists have captured the essence of all asepcts of life forms – behavioural characteristics, ecology and conservation needs – of 121 species of marine mammals occupying three taxonomic orders... A must for college and universities that have storng biology, ecology, or marine biology programs, as well as for larger public libraries." CHOICE

"This book, intended for students of marine biology, ecology, or evolution, presents a broad spectrum of topics in remarkable detail." Northeastern Naturalist

"This book successfully surveys the whole of marine mammal biology. Previous attempts are dated or less sweeping and so I recommend that all marine mammalogists own or at least have access to this book." Trends in Ecology and Evolution

"I think Hoelzel has timed this quite nicely as there is definitely a demand for such a book, and there have been a number of scientific breakthroughs in the last 10–15 years that have revolutionised our understanding of this subject." Dr Rob Harcourt, Macquarie University, Australia

"This is an exciting proposal, describing a book that is long overdue. Hoelzel is an innovative and productive scientist with a flare for writing, and he is as well placed as any to steer a volume of this scope and complexity to a successful conclusion." Dr Tony Martin, British Antarctic Survey, Cambridge

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This book provides a general introduction to the biology of marine mammals, and an overview of the adaptations that have permitted mammals to succeed in the marine environment. Each chapter, written by experts in their field, will provide an up–to–date review and present the major discoveries and innovations in the field. Important technical advances such as satellite telemetry and time–depth–recorders will be described in boxes.
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An excellent review of all marine mammal research. First printed in 2002, this provides a easy to read comprehensive guide to the current literature, for any college or university students and other enthusiast with taxonomic knowledge. This is the first useful guide I have found with many of the alternatives being published much earlier. Ive personally found this useful for the recent completion of a BSc degree in Marine biology,and wish that I had found it for my earilier studies.
This book discuses all you might like to know about the marine mammals (cetaceans, pinnipeds, sirenians, and carinvores), from echo location, to migration, genetics, digestion, fossil records plus much more. It also has a comprehensive reference list for further reading or compling reports.
The only draw back is the simplistic illustrations in black and white.
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A great overview 3 April 2010
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Fantastic study aid for a marine biology course, great reading material to help with exam prep and general understanding! Would highly reccommend it.
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Good, simple approach and almost all inclusive. 25 Jun 2007
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Great book at giving the readers dynamic information not just about marine mammals, but also their systematic relationships. It is inclusive of both fossil and extant taxa. Covers most aspects of pinniped, cetacea, and sirenian biology. It is highly understandable to the novice of phylogenetic systematics.
Remarkably BORING! 2 Sep 2011
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This was the assigned text book for the marine mammal course I took at Eckerd College. Unfortunately the book was a drag to read because it was boring. Completely in black and white and extremely dry. It is definitely thorough, if you can keep your eyes open.
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