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Manatees: Natural History Conservation (World Life Library.)
Manatees Natural History Conservation - World Life Library. Author:James Powell Manatees covers everything that manatee and dugong fans need to know about this much adored species. This book is for nature enthusiasts, environmentalists and, of course, manatee lovers. It offers to a popular audience scientific insights and information in a readable manner. Life history, reproduction, social structure, size, weight, foraging... more » habits, and physiology are just some of the areas of the manatee's biology that Dr. Powell presents with fascinating facts and amazing photographs. Manatees also explores an abundance of topics and issues related to these well-loved creatures. Dr. Powell describes manatees' place in mythology, current research around the world, threats to manatees and their habitat, and what may keep them from becoming extinct.« less