Why sharks matter : a deep dive with the world's most misunderstood predator / David Shiffman.
"An award-winning scientist and science educator takes readers on a tour of the world of shark research and conservation, explaining how to protect the world's most misunderstood animals and why we should do so"-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 1421443643
- ISBN: 9781421443645
- Physical Description: 285 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color), maps (some color) ; 24 cm
- Publisher: Baltimore, Maryland : Johns Hopkins University Press, 2022.
- Copyright: ℗♭2022.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | Shark basics, and fun facts to keep you reading -- Sharks are not a threat to humans -- The ecological significance of sharks -- What are the threats to sharks and how threatened are they? -- How can we protect sharks? -- Sustainable fisheries for shark conservation : target-based policies -- Fishing and trade bans for shark conservation : limit-based policies -- How are scientists helping sharks? -- How are environmentalists helping sharks? -- How can you help sharks? (dos and please just don'ts) |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Sharks. Sharks > Behavior. Sharks > Conservation. |
Available copies
- 2 of 2 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Harnett County Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 2 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunn Public Library | 597.3 Shi (Text) | 33436001757290 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
