Author/Contributor(s): | Schwartz, Frank J |
Publisher: | University of North Carolina Press |
Date: | 05/12/2003 |
Binding: | Paperback |
Condition: | NEW |
In his introduction, Frank J. Schwartz provides a general explanation of the physical features of sharks, skates, and rays. He also discusses matters such as the possible causes of shark attacks, conservation concerns surrounding sport and commercial shark fishing, breeding habits, and shark fossils. Each species of shark, skate, and ray is shown in a clear illustration, accompanied by a concise description and notes on its color, size, distribution, and occurrence. A series of keys based on physical characteristics will aid readers in accurately identifying each species.