Marlin E Tagatz E Peter H Wilkens (1 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the adventures and discoveries of young Gulf menhaden and other juvenile fish species in a Northwestern Florida estuary over a one-year period. Menhaden are vitally important to the economic and ecological well-being of the Gulf of Mexico. The author provides a detailed account of the menhaden's seasonal patterns and behaviors and builds upon the works of previous authors. Details include the menhaden's larval and juvenile development, their unique schooling patterns, their predators, and their role in the food web, The behaviors and patterns of the other fish species that share the menhaden's habitat are also examined, resulting in an insightful snapshot of the complex and fascinating ecosystem of this particular estuary. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…