As well as detailed descriptions and illustrations of the many types of fish to be found in the area, there are three chapters concerning their environment, the Waters of the Western Indian Ocean, the Reef-Building Corals, and Reef and Reef Habitats. Also the Potential Hazards of the Reef, their avoidance and treatment. Paperback, pp vi, 122 + 16 colour plates.
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Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0333239776I3N00
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0333239776I3N00
Seller: Cycle Books LA, South el monte, CA, U.S.A.
Condition: good. Seller Inventory # AMTV.0333239776.G
Seller: Wildside Books, Eastbourne, United Kingdom
Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. i-vi, 122 pp, 16 colour plates largely from photographs by J MacKinnon and I Took, card covers, a previous owner had added the common names of the fish species to the captions of the colour illustrations but a very good copy. Seller Inventory # 20611
Seller: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom
hardcover. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Seller Inventory # rev8112769308
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Seller: MW Books, New York, NY, U.S.A.
First Edition. Near fine copy in the original stiff-card wrappers; edges very slightly dust-dulled and toned. Remains particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered.Includes previous owner's signature. Physical description; vi, 122 p., 16 p. of plates ill. (some col.) ; 22 cm. Notes; Bibliography: p. 117. - Includes index. Maps on inside covers. Contents; Includes: Underwater photography / by Ian Took. Subjects; Marine fishes Indian Ocean. Coral reef animals Indian Ocean. Coral reef fauna Indian Ocean. Coral reef fishes Indian Ocean ; Identification. Coral reef fishes Africa, Eastern ; Identification. Reef fishes Indian Ocean ; Identification. Reef fishes Africa, Eastern ; Identification. Coral reef fishes Indian Ocean. Coral reef fishes Africa, Eastern. Marine fishes Indian Ocean. Coral reef animals Indian Ocean. Fish Western Indian Ocean Coral reefs. Genres; Illustrated. 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 364715
Seller: MW Books Ltd., Galway, Ireland
First Edition. Near fine copy in the original stiff-card wrappers; edges very slightly dust-dulled and toned. Remains particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered.Includes previous owner's signature. Physical description; vi, 122 p., 16 p. of plates ill. (some col.) ; 22 cm. Notes; Bibliography: p. 117. - Includes index. Maps on inside covers. Contents; Includes: Underwater photography / by Ian Took. Subjects; Marine fishes Indian Ocean. Coral reef animals Indian Ocean. Coral reef fauna Indian Ocean. Coral reef fishes Indian Ocean ; Identification. Coral reef fishes Africa, Eastern ; Identification. Reef fishes Indian Ocean ; Identification. Reef fishes Africa, Eastern ; Identification. Coral reef fishes Indian Ocean. Coral reef fishes Africa, Eastern. Marine fishes Indian Ocean. Coral reef animals Indian Ocean. Fish Western Indian Ocean Coral reefs. Genres; Illustrated. 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 364715
Seller: Brit Books, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Used; Very Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality. Seller Inventory # 4453129
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Seller: PEMBERLEY NATURAL HISTORY BOOKS BA, ABA, Iver, United Kingdom
Condition: Very Good. vi, 122, 16 col plates, text figs. . PB. Vg. Author's inscription and signature to title page. . [9780333239773]. Seller Inventory # S58020
Seller: veiolibri, Roma, RM, Italy
Condition: Fine. Copertina integra e ben conservata, con lievi segni superficiali di manipolazione. Dorso saldo e blocco di pagine compatto; le pagine interne appaiono pulite e fresche, con normale lieve tono del tempo. Nel complesso il volume si presenta molto ben tenuto. Guida illustrata all'identificazione dei pesci di barriera dell'Oceano Indiano occidentale. Il volume è impostato come manuale naturalistico, con specie descritte singolarmente e accompagnate da illustrazioni tecniche utili al riconoscimento sul campo. È un titolo di taglio specialistico, interessante per biologi marini, subacquei, naturalisti e collezionisti di manuali faunistici. La presenza di tavole e descrizioni lo rende particolarmente adatto a chi cerca un riferimento pratico e visuale per la fauna ittica tropicale. Indice: Preface 1 Waters of the Western Indian Ocean 2 The Reef-building Corals 3 Reefs and Reef Habitats 4 The Fishes: External Form and Description 5 The Fishes: Colours, Colour Patterns and Behaviour 6 The Fishes: Descriptions of the Common Species 7 Potential Hazards of the Reef: Avoidance and Treatment 8 Underwater Photography: by Ian Took References Index. Seller Inventory # 001490