The Freshwater Fishes of British Columbia |
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| Author:
| McPhail, J. D. |
| Foreword by:
| Nelson, Joseph S. |
| Illustrator:
| McPhail, D. L. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-88864-467-1 |
| Publication Date: | Sep 2007 |
| Publisher: | University of Alberta Press
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $99.00 |
Book Description:
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The threat of deteriorating habitats and a loss of biodiversity make this reference work on the freshwater fishes of British Columbia more necessary than ever before. Eighty-one comprehensive species accounts aid accurate identification and consist of an illustration, the scientific and common names of the fish, its distinguishing characteristics, taxonomic comments, geographic distribution, a life-history summary, a habitat-use summary, and conservation comments. The book is a...
More DescriptionThe threat of deteriorating habitats and a loss of biodiversity make this reference work on the freshwater fishes of British Columbia more necessary than ever before. Eighty-one comprehensive species accounts aid accurate identification and consist of an illustration, the scientific and common names of the fish, its distinguishing characteristics, taxonomic comments, geographic distribution, a life-history summary, a habitat-use summary, and conservation comments. The book is a critical resource for biologists, naturalists, management and conservation officers, anglers, and members of the public who are concerned about our natural heritage.