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Encyclopedia of whales, dolphins and porpoises / Erich Hoyt ; principal photography by Brandon Cole ; illustrations by Uko Gorter.

by Hoyt, Erich.

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Firefly Books, 2017.

Marine mammals.

9781770859418 (hc.)

Alternate title:

Whales, dolphins and porpoises

300 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Humans and whales -- Research at sea -- Basic biology -- Baleen whales -- Toothed whales -- Dolphins and porpoises -- The future for whales -- Appendix: The cetaceans.

Hoyt takes readers into the the field for an intimate encounter with some 90 species of cetaceans. You'll discover unique insights into the life histories of these compelling marine mammals.

"Whale researcher Erich Hoyt takes readers into the field for an intimate encounter with some 90 species of cetaceans that make their homes in the world's oceans. Hoyt provides unique insights into the life histories of these compelling marine mammals. Discoveries about cetacean biology and behavior, from the physical differences and adaptations among the baleen and toothed whales to their highly intelligent hunting and feeding methods. The courtship and mating practices, family relationships and the lifelong bonds among some family members are fascinating. The symphonic composer of the whale world is the humpback whale, whose complex 30-minute songs reverberate across the liquid universe of the ocean. Some cetaceans survive deep diving and negotiate lengthy migrations across oceans. A fascinating compilation of the latest data on cetaceans and an impassioned argument for the ongoing need for international protection of at-risk populations and their increasingly damaged habitat."--Provided by publisher.

Gorter, Uko, 1962-

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