Field Guide to Sharks, Rays & Chimaeras of Europe and the Mediterranean

This field guide is a comprehensive resource for identifying and learning about sharks, rays, and chimeras in the European Atlantic and Mediterranean Sea. It covers all 146 species found in the region, providing detailed information on their identification, habitat, biology, and status. With hundreds of color illustrations, photos, maps, and diagrams, it is an essential tool for anyone interested in these fascinating creatures.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 08 December 2020
Publisher: Princeton University Press

The waters of the northeast Atlantic and Mediterranean Sea are teeming with an incredible diversity of sharks, rays, and chimeras. This comprehensive and user-friendly field guide encompasses all 146 species found in the Mediterranean, the waters of the European Atlantic, Iceland, along the Scandinavian coasts, in the Black Sea, and as far south as the Canary Islands. Detailed species accounts provide essential information on key identification features, habitat, biology, and conservation status. Each species account is accompanied by a color distribution map, depth guide, at-a-glance icons, and color illustrations. This essential field guide also features illustrated key guides that enable accurate identification down to species, comparison plates of similar species, illustrations of eggcases when known, and plates of teeth.

This groundbreaking field guide is a must-have for anyone interested in exploring the diverse marine life of the northeast Atlantic and Mediterranean Sea. Whether you are a professional biologist, marine enthusiast, or simply curious about the wonders of the ocean, this guide will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to identify and appreciate these remarkable creatures.

Weight: 1032g
Dimension: 180 x 220 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780691205984