Whales and Dolphins of Ireland
Author: Jim Wilson (écologiste.)
Publisher:
Published: 2006
Total Pages: 118
ISBN-13: 9780954055226
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Whales and Dolphins of the European Atlantic
Author: Dylan Walker
Publisher: Dylan Walker
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 88
ISBN-13: 1903657318
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Fully updated, with new images, revised artwork, and the latest distribution data, this comprehensive photographic guide to whales, dolphins, and porpoises now covers coastal southwest Ireland and the Celtic Sea as well as the English Channel and the Bay of Biscay. Designed for easy use at sea or when watching from land, it covers all 18 regularly seen species and the 13 rarities that have also been recorded. It includes details of status and behavior, as well as introductory sessions to help you get the most from your whale watching in the region. An introduction to cetaceans, the region, and information to help you get the most from your whale-watching experience Illustrated profiles of the 18 regularly occurring and 13 rare cetaceans of the region Annotated surfacing sequence illustrations and scaled comparison charts Superb photographs and illustrations showing the key features and highlighting comparisons between similar species Distribution maps based on the latest information Charts showing the best times of year to observe each species Full description of typical behavior and facets leading to identification Pocket-sized for convenient use on board or on land-based observatories
Irish Whale and Dolphin Group Cetacean Sighting Review (1991-2001)
Falling for a Dolphin
Author: Heathcote Williams
Publisher: Jonathan Cape
Published: 1990
Total Pages: 111
ISBN-13: 9780224027892
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This dramatic poem, by the writer of Whale Nation and Sacred Elephant, describes the encounter between man and dolphin. His research led him to a remote cove in the south-west of Ireland where a hermit dolphin was rumoured to live.
European Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises
Author: Peter G. H. Evans
Publisher: Academic Press
Published: 2019-12-04
Total Pages: 324
ISBN-13: 012819054X
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →European Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises: Marine Mammal Conservation in Practice presents an intimate view of the workings of international conservation agreements to protect marine mammals, detailing achievements over the last 25 years, identifying weaknesses and making recommendations that governments, scientists, marine stakeholders and the public can take to improve conservation efforts. The book is written by an experienced marine mammal scientist and award-winning conservationist, providing a unique synthesis on their status, distribution and ecology. In addition, it presents information on various conservation threats, including fisheries by catch, contaminants, noise disturbance, plastic ingestion and climate change. This comprehensive resource will appeal to marine mammal conservationists and researchers, as well as environmental and wildlife practitioners at all levels. Offers an accessible review on how scientists study this challenging group of mammals to gather necessary evidence for conservation action Illustrates, with striking images, all recorded regional species, including distribution maps, key threats and specific research methods Includes contributions from leading scientists, conservationists, and members of government and international bodies, like IWC and UNEP
Europe's Birds
Author: Rob Hume
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 2021-12-07
Total Pages: 640
ISBN-13: 0691177651
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Covering more than 900 species, and illustrated with 4,700 photographs, Europe's Birds is the most comprehensive, authoritative and ambitious single-volume photographic guide to Europe's birds ever produced. Easy-to-use, practical and accessible, this guide provides the information necessary for birdwatchers of all abilities to name any bird they see. Detailed descriptions cover the birds in all their plumages--male, female, breeding, non-breeding, adult and immatures, as well as distinctive subspecies. The clear text covers all aspects of identification, including moult and vocalizations, and provides details on range, status and habitat. An unrivalled selection of photographs, chosen to be as informative as possible, makes this a beautiful book to enjoy, as well as an up-to-date and essential source of identification knowledge. Europe's Birds is produced by the same team that created Britain's Birds, which has been described as "without doubt the best photo guide on the market" (Andy Stoddart, Rare Bird Alert). The authors include top-class wildlife photographers, writers and editors, and an imaginative, highly skilled designer. All are experienced birdwatchers themselves, who know what is needed in an identification guide for birdwatchers living or travelling in Europe.
Whales and Dolphins of the North American Pacific
Author: Graeme Cresswell
Publisher: Dylan Walker
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 217
ISBN-13: 1903657059
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This is the first comprehensive photographic guide to the marine mammals of the North American Pacific (from Baja California in Mexico to southeast Alaska), featuring stunning color photographs of all 39 species of whales, dolphins, and porpoises, as well as 6 species of seals and sea lions, and the sea otter. Provides detailed information on all 39 species of whales, dolphins, and porpoises, the 6 species of seals and sea lions, and the sea otter, focusing on identification, behavior, and distribution Includes 45 remarkable color plates showing typical views of marine mammals as most people see them--from land or from a boat. These have been produced using the latest digital image technology, and include photographs of some species that have never before been published Features a comprehensive section on behavior, packed with amazing photographs, which aims to help the reader get more out of their whale-watching experience than ever before Also includes detailed sections on where, when, and how to go whale watching, and four accounts by leading experts of outstanding days on the water Easy-to-use format helps whale-watchers identify any species they encounter, whether they are a beginner or an expert
Irish Whale and Dolphin Group
Author: Pádraig Whooley
Publisher:
Published: 2011
Total Pages: 30
ISBN-13: 9780954055264
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Author: Sean Mannion
Publisher: Mount Eagle
Published: 1998
Total Pages: 134
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Illustrated with more than 50 wonderful full colour photographs, this is the remarkable biography of a dolphin which for more than 10 years has lived in the mouth of Dingle harbour in the West coast of Ireland. 'A delightful account of how humans and dolphins can meet in harmony. Other nations could take a lead from this Irish example.' - International Whale and Dolphin Conservation society
Atlas of Cetacean Distribution in North-west European Waters
Author: James B. Reid
Publisher:
Published: 2003
Total Pages: 84
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →An account of the distribution of 28 cetacean species that are known to have occurred in the waters off north-west Europe. Individual chapters cover particular species in detail, spanning identification, behaviour and social organisation, diet and habitat preferences, worldwide distribution and population status.
