Handbooks: Whales & Dolphins: The Clearest Recognition Guide Available

by Mark Carwardine, Martin Camm (Illustrator)

Overview

Authoritative text, detailed illustrations, and a systematic approach make DK's Smithsonian Handbook of Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises the most comprehensive and concise pocket guide to cetaceans. With more than 900 illustrations, this visual recognition guide is designed to make identification as simple and accurate as possible.

This book is one of a series covering plants, animals, and other natural phenomena from around the world and is published in association with the Smithsonian Institution.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780789489906
Publisher:	DK
Publication date:	05/15/2002
Series:	DK Smithsonian Handbook
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	5.94(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.63(d)

About the Author

Mark Carwardine is a zoologist, writer, photographer, consultant, and broadcaster with a special interest in marine wildlife. He has written more than 40 books and has hosted natural history programs on BBC Radio.

Martin Camm is a gifted natural history artist who specializes in studying each species in its native environment.