| Author | : Ramsamy Santhanam |
| Publisher | : Academic Press |
| Release Date | : 2018-09-25 |
| ISBN 10 | : 0128158344 |
| Pages | : 312 pages |
Biology and Ecology of Venomous Marine Scorpionfishes examines the diversity, utilization, and ways to safeguard against the world’s most dangerous fish species. It covers the biological and ecological factors that differentiate each species in the Scorpaeninae (Scorpionfish) family and its Pteroinae (Lionfish) subfamily. This book offers important anatomical and identification information on marine scorpionfishes and delves into the diversity, habits and behaviors of each venomous species. In addition, it discusses the health risks that can plague these fish in and out of the wild, including parasites. This book is an essential resource to educate marine biology researchers and students on the various species of scorpionfish that also provides sea-goers with a guide that will help protect them against venomous stings from these fish. Details the importance of researching and safeguarding against scorpionfishes Covers venomous scorpionfish species within 25 genera, including various lionfish, rockfish and the blackfoot firefish Details the anatomy of scorpionfishes to prevent human contact with their numerous barbs
| Author | : Ramasamy Santhanam |
| Publisher | : Springer Nature |
| Release Date | : 2020-01-31 |
| ISBN 10 | : 9811516030 |
| Pages | : 343 pages |
Seas and oceans cover 71 % of the earth’s surface and they are home to 80% of all life found on the planet . Among the different components of marine life, the phylum Cnidaria (formerly Coelenterata) has been reported to be responsible for more envenomations than any other marine phylum. It is believed that 2% of its known 11000 species are venomous to humans. Incidents caused by jellyfish are common all around the globe, with serious manifestations and occasional deaths reported in some countries. The Australian box jellyfish, Chironex fleckeri , has been reported to be very dangerous to humans, as contact with its tentacles can provoke immediate cardiovascular collapse and death within minutes. Though other volumes on venomous marine fauna are available, this is the first comprehensive book focusing on venomous marine cnidarians. It is a valuable text-cum-reference resource for researchers, teachers and students of various disciplines, including fisheries science, marine biotechnology and marine biology and for university and college libraries. It is also a useful guide for beachgoers, divers, physicians and environmentalists.
| Author | : N.A |
| Publisher | : N.A |
| Release Date | : 1978 |
| ISBN 10 | : |
| Pages | : 329 pages |
Lists citations with abstracts for aerospace related reports obtained from world wide sources and announces documents that have recently been entered into the NASA Scientific and Technical Information Database.
| Author | : United States. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration |
| Publisher | : N.A |
| Release Date | : 1973 |
| ISBN 10 | : |
| Pages | : 1175 pages |
| Author | : N.A |
| Publisher | : Academic Press |
| Release Date | : 2011-08-23 |
| ISBN 10 | : 9780080579269 |
| Pages | : 401 pages |
Advances in Marine Biology
| Author | : N.A |
| Publisher | : N.A |
| Release Date | : 1978-09 |
| ISBN 10 | : |
| Pages | : 329 pages |
| Author | : Matthias Bergbauer,Manuela Kirschner,Robert F. Myers |
| Publisher | : A&C Black |
| Release Date | : 2009 |
| ISBN 10 | : 9781408119075 |
| Pages | : 384 pages |
This guide to the marine environment covers all forms of sealife. It describes colenterates, molluscs, crustacea, urochordates, fish, reptiles, seabirds, cetaceans and sea mammals. The book opens with a section on oceanography and marine biology which explains the complex and fascinating processes that created the oceans as we know them today. Part I covers the invertebrates. As they are a diverse group, typical regional invertebrate habitats are described which give an insight into the complex niches and relationships that exist. Part II covers the vertebrates. It opens with 48 plates illustrating the majority of species likely to be encountered on the oceans. In the fish plates, some species are illustrated for the first time. The seabirds, cetaceans, sea reptiles and sea mammals are also comprehensively illustrated. The plate section is followed by a systematic section on each group. The book should prove useful to the seafarer, and provide information to anyone interested in the marine environment.
| Author | : Jacob P. Kritzer,Peter F. Sale |
| Publisher | : Elsevier |
| Release Date | : 2010-07-20 |
| ISBN 10 | : 9780080454719 |
| Pages | : 576 pages |
Technological improvements have greatly increased the ability of marine scientists to collect and analyze data over large spatial scales, and the resultant insights attainable from interpreting those data vastly increase understanding of poplation dynamics, evolution and biogeography. Marine Metapopulations provides a synthesis of existing information and understanding, and frames the most important future directions and issues. First book to systematically apply metapopulation theory directly to marine systems Contributions from leading international ecologists and fisheries biologists Perspectives on a broad array of marine organisms and ecosystems, from coastal estuaries to shallow reefs to deep-sea hydrothermal vents Critical science for improved management of marine resources Paves the way for future research on large-scale spatial ecology of marine systems
| Author | : James Adiel Morris (Jr.) |
| Publisher | : N.A |
| Release Date | : 2012 |
| ISBN 10 | : |
| Pages | : 113 pages |
Describes best practices and strategies for control and management of an invasive fish species in the tropical western Atlantic and Caribbean.
| Author | : Krishnamoorthy Venkataraman,Chandrakasan Sivaperuman |
| Publisher | : Academic Press |
| Release Date | : 2014-11-21 |
| ISBN 10 | : 012801962X |
| Pages | : 546 pages |
More than 70% of the earth’s surface is covered by water, making it an ideal and abundant resource for studying species diversity, faunal communities, and ecosystems. India’s massive coastline (5,044 miles) means it plays a major role in housing these faunal communities. Of the 32 animal phyla, 15 are represented in India’s marine ecosystem, covering more than 15,000 species. Marine and coastal ecosystems of India provide supporting services in the form of wide range of habitats. Major ecosystems such as estuaries, mangroves, coral reefs, lagoons, seaweeds and sea grasses serve as nurseries for both inshore and offshore fishes and others, many of which are supposed to be commercially exploited. Marine Faunal Diversity in India describes different marine faunal group ranges from sponges, corals, mollusks, crabs, fishes, reptiles, birds, marine mammals, mangrove fauna and tsunami impact on marine faunal diversity. The chapters, written by reputed experts in their respective fields, illustrate diversity and distribution of marine faunal communities. Key aspects of the ecology and conservation of this important ecosystem are also discussed. Marine Faunal Diversity in India provides marine biologists and related researchers with access to the latest research and field studies from this major region. Provides the latest field research on marine faunal diversity throughout the vast and species-rich Indian region Brings together expertise from top marine biology researchers in the country Covers a diverse array of aquatic environments, including coastal and island areas Discusses conservation ecology of marine faunal groups
| Author | : Thomas D. Kocher,Carol A. Stepien |
| Publisher | : Elsevier |
| Release Date | : 1997-07-10 |
| ISBN 10 | : 9780080536910 |
| Pages | : 314 pages |
Sequenced biological macromolecules have revitalized systematic studies of evolutionary history. Molecular Systematics of Fishes is the first authoritative overview of the theory and application of these sequencing data to fishes. This volume explores the phylogeny of fishes at multiple taxonomic levels, uses methods of analysis of molecular data that apply both within and between fish populations, and employs molecule-based phylogenies to address broader questions of evolution. Targeted readers include ichthyologists, marine scientists, and all students, faculty, and researchers interested in fish evolution and ecology and vertebrate systematics. Focuses on the phylogeny and evolutionary biology of fishes Contains phylogenies of fishes at multiple taxonomic levels Applies molecule-based phylogenies to broader questions of evolution Includes methods for critique of analysis of molecular data
| Author | : N.A |
| Publisher | : N.A |
| Release Date | : 1968 |
| ISBN 10 | : |
| Pages | : 329 pages |