Carwardine, Mark
Handbook of Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472908148
- author:
- Carwardine, Mark
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Wildlife
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 528
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.3 centimetres (1.42 kg
- Genre:
- Science, Nature, Mammals,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
A comprehensive guide to whales, dolphins and porpoises is essential for any whale-watching trip. Mark Carwardine's latest edition has been fully updated with the latest information on cetaceans, featuring identification illustrations by Martin Camm and comparison plates grouped by ocean. The book includes concise text packed with identification tips, accompanied by accurate maps and photographs of each species carefully chosen to highlight key characteristics. With detailed diagrams of dive profiles and typical spout shapes, this guide is both compact and comprehensive, making it the perfect reference for anyone interested in these special mammals. Whether you're a seasoned whale-watcher or just starting out, this guide provides the tools you need to identify and learn about the world's cetaceans.