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"The Biology of Sharks and Rays" is a comprehensive resource on the biological and physiological characteristics of the cartilaginous fishes: sharks, rays, and chimaeras. In sixteen chapters, organized by theme, A. Peter Klimley covers a broad spectrum of topics, including taxonomy, morphology, ecology, and physiology. For example, he explains the body design of sharks and why the ridged, tooth-like denticles that cover their entire bodies are present on only part of the rays' bodies and are absent from those of chimaeras. Another chapter explores the anatomy of the jaws and the role of the muscles and teeth in jaw extension, seizure, and handling of prey. The chapters are richly illustrated with pictures of sharks, diagrams of sensory organs, drawings of the body postures of sharks during threat and reproductive displays, and maps showing the extent of the species' foraging range and long-distance migrations. Each chapter commences with an anecdote from the author about his own personal experience with the topic, followed by thought-provoking questions and a list of recommended readings in the scientific literature. The book will be a useful textbook for advanced ichthyology students as well as an encyclopedic source for those seeking a greater understanding of these fascinating creatures.

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Book category Books in English Mathematics & science Biology, life sciences Zoology & animal sciences

• Full title: Biology of Sharks and Rays
• Author: Peter A. Klimley
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardback
• Number of pages: 528
• EAN: 9780226442495
• ISBN: 0226442497
• ID: 02246661
• Publisher: The University of Chicago Press
• Weight: 1372 g
• Dimensions: 188 × 260 × 36 mm
• Date of publishing: 31. July 2013

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