An Introduction to Marine Mammal Biology and Conservation.by Parsons New<|

An Introduction to Marine Mammal Biology and ConservationAuthor(s): E.C.M. Parsons\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc, United States\nImprint: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc\nISBN-13: 9780763783440, 978-0763783440\nSynopsis\nThe charismatic mammals that live in the ocean are a constant source of interest, both for scientists and our society at large. Their biology, behavior, and conservation are of utmost importance, as a vast number of species are currently threatened. Intended for the upper-level undergraduate or graduate student within biology, marine biology, or conservation/environmental science, An Introduction to Marine Mammal Biology and Conservation provides a broad introduction to marine mammal biology using cutting edge information and student-friendly learning tools. The text begins with chapters on the evolution and classification of marine mammals and their general biology. It moves on to discuss the behavior and ecology of different g.