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Whales, Dolphins & Porpoises     by Mark Carwardine

The Eyewitness Handbooks series, so popular with young readers, is now producing illustration-packed books for adults. In this guide to whales, dolphins, and porpoises, arranged by family orders, Carwardine explains that new species of these elusive creatures are still being discovered. The book's description of 79 species is based upon the author's and illustrator's own observations and the works of many other specialists. General information on diet, habitat, anatomy, behavior, and conservation prefaces the specific descriptions. For the casual whale watcher or earnest conservation buff, here is an invaluable guide. Glossary and association addresses included. --Denise Perry Donavin Copyright© 1995, American Library Association.

Sierra Club Handbook of Whales and Dolphins       by Stephen Leatherwood, Randall Reaves,         Randall R. Reeves, Larry Foster (Photographer)

The Encyclopedia of Aquatic Life       by Keith Bannister, Andrew Campbell (Editor),           Keith Banister (Editor)

Jacques Cousteau the Ocean World      by Jacques Ives Cousteau

Virtually an encyclopedia of the undersea world, this magnificent and comprehensive volume covers all aspects of life in the oceans. It is illustrated throughout with over 385 photographs, plus maps and diagrams. 9 1/2" x 11 3/4". -- Synopsis

Life in the Sea          by Mart Snyderman

Dolphins and Porpoises           by Richard Ellis

The most comprehensive history and natural history of the 43 known species of dolphins and porpoises, this large and beautifully illustrated book discusses their anatomies, habitats, populations, feeding habits, and relationships with other sea creatures and with man. 108 illustrations, 9 in color. -- Synopsis

The Natural History of Seals             by W. Nigel Bonner, Nigel Bonner

Bonner (retired deputy director, British Antarctic Survey) presents a readable yet authoritative account of the Phocidae, or true seal, while drawing comparisons with the two other families of its order, the walrus and the earred seals. Illustrated with 46 line drawings and 20 color photographs. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or. -- Booknews, Inc. , April 1, 1990.

The Pinnipeds : Seals, Sea Lions, and Walruses             by Marianne Riedman

Animal Intelligence : Why Is This   Dolphin Smiling           by Elaine Pascoe, Bill Kurtis (Introduction)

This book describes scientific research on dolphin / human communication. Interspersed throughout lively text and colorful format are some facts about dolphins and discussions of animal intelligence theories...An enthusiastic invitation to scientific study. -- School Library Journal, Dec., 1997

The Atlantic Gray Whale              by Jan Mell

Examines how the hunting of the Atlantic gray whale led to its extinction in the early 1700's, describes the physical characteristics, habits, and threats to the survival of the gray whale, and discusses ancient and modern whaling methods. -- Card catalog description.

Beluga : A Farewell to Whales              by Pierre Beland

A very powerful chronicle of the St. Lawrence River Beluga whales which were hunted to near extinction until given legal protection in1979, and are now quite literally dying from pollution.  Beland describes the Beluga history, how they live now, the pollution threats to them, and ways in which this kind of tragedy can be prevented in the future.  --Booknews, Inc., September 1, 1996.

Beneath the Sea in 3-D       by Mark Blum (Photographer)

Photographer Mark Blum executes a sterling idea for a book: a collection of stereoscopic images of deep-sea fish and reptiles, with 3-D glasses bound right into the book's cover. The result is entertaining you-are-there tour of the ocean deeps that appeals to all ages. Some images are of places that are perilous of access, such as a submarine labyrinth off Borneo full of dolphin and turtle skeletons. Others, boasting populations of anemones and barracudas, are easier to get to--for anyone with an aqualung, that is. No matter where they're set, the photographs impart a wonderful sense of adventure and scientific discovery. -- Nature and Ecology Editor's Recommended Book.