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The Coral Reef Fishes of the Caribbean (Collins Handguide to)
The Coral Reef Fishes of the Caribbean - Collins Handguide to Author:F. Joseph Stokes This is the ideal introduction to the wonderland of the Atlantic Ocean's coral reefs for beginners, serious students of ichthyology, snorklers, divers and fish hobbyists. Practically all the fish species one is likely to see are illustrated, including the colour variations that frequently occur and the juvenile forms. The text is simply writ... more »ten, without unnecessary technicalities and with the descriptions of each species limited to the characteristics most important for identification. The more common forms of corals and reef animals shown in the backgrounds of the illustrations are also identified.
Also included are convenient lists for quick identification, information on how best to observe fish, how a fish functions and the unusual characteristics of many types of fish.
Portable, compact, beautifully illustrated and easy to use, this book is the perfect guide to a world without equal on land for anyone who has ever wondered "What fish is that?"« less