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Manta and devil rays are some of the most intriguing creatures in the ocean. Driven forward by powerful beats of wing-like pectoral fins, these filter feeders search the waters for prey, their horn-like head fins giving rise to ancient mariners’ tales of fearsome devilfish dragging boats into the ocean depths. Beloved by scuba divers and marine biologists alike, these impressive animals have never had a comprehensive field guide dedicated to them―until now.
Guide to the Manta and Devil Rays of the World includes detailed information on the identification, characteristics, threats, and distribution for each species in this family. Illustrated with more than 200 color photos, drawings, and plates, this guide also contains an expansive introduction to the general taxonomy, biology, and behavior of these iconic animals. This book will be an essential resource for fisheries management and international trade enforcement, and for anyone involved in ongoing manta and devil ray research and conservation.
About the Author: Guy Stevens is chief executive and founder of the Manta Trust. Daniel Fernando is associate director of the Manta Trust and cofounder of the Blue Resources Trust. Marc Dando is a scientific illustrator and publisher. His books include Sharks of the World and Pocket Guide to Sharks of the World (both Princeton). Giuseppe Notarbartolo di Sciara is an Italian marine conservation ecologist who has worked for forty years to advance knowledge of marine mammals and cartilaginous fishes.
Title: Guide to the Manta and Devil Rays of the ...
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Publication Date: 2018
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: New
Seller: -OnTimeBooks-, Phoenix, AZ, U.S.A.
Condition: good. A copy that has been read, remains in good condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. The spine and cover show signs of wear. Pages can include notes and highlighting and show signs of wear, and the copy can include "From the library of" labels or previous owner inscriptions. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item for full refund. Ships via media mail. Seller Inventory # OTV.0691183325.G
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Paperback, 2018). 2018 1st edition. Square 8vo flexibound paperback with flaps (172 x 216mm). Pp144. Colour photographs, colour and b/w line illustrations throughout, maps. Slight shelf-wear but a very good unread paperback. "The first dedicated field guide for manta and devil rays." A solid field guide to this group of mainly tropical and sub tropical species. Chapters include: Introduction - taxonomy and evolution, mobulid genetics, feeding strategies, leaping devils, cleaning giants, predators and wound healing, intestinal eversion and vomiting, remoras and hitchhikers, courtship and mating, mating scars, gestation and pupping, big and brainy, patterning and morphs. Species accounts. Mobulids and people - fisheries, gill plate trade, bycatch and discard, conserving mobulids, manta identification, swimming with mobulids, code of conduct. Appendices are: Data collection protocols; Law enforcement and trade monitoring, identification guide to the gill plates of mobulids. . Seller Inventory # 60704
Seller: Lakeside Books, Benton Harbor, MI, U.S.A.
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Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 32702908
Seller: BargainBookStores, Grand Rapids, MI, U.S.A.
Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Guide to the Manta and Devil Rays of the World. Book. Seller Inventory # BBS-9780691183329
Seller: INDOO, Avenel, NJ, U.S.A.
Condition: As New. Unread copy in mint condition. Seller Inventory # PG9780691183329
Seller: INDOO, Avenel, NJ, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Brand New. Seller Inventory # 9780691183329
Seller: Russell Books, Victoria, BC, Canada
Paperback. Condition: New. Special order direct from the distributor. Seller Inventory # ING9780691183329
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Condition: New. Seller Inventory # I-9780691183329