marine biology

Covers all there is to know about the oceans.

Explores the power, diversity, and ecological influence of the world's oceans, featuring eight episodes that introduce the blue whale, the largest creature ever to live on the planet, visiting the habitats of the Arctic and Antarctic, and introducing the creatures and geology of the open ocean, the deep, the seasonal and coral seas, the tidal seas, and the coasts.

An illustrated exploration of the world of sharks seeking to debunk some of the false beliefs young readers may have about them--false beliefs like sharks all looking alike or that studying sharks is dangerous. Covers shark teeth, brain power, evolutionary history, feeding habits, and their ocean habitats.

"This book focuses on fantastic ocean life - a watery alien world. Knowledge on marine life is important to promote an awareness of humans affect the world and the creatures living in it. There should be a balance of life in both land and sea"--OCLC.

Genome pioneer J. Craig Venter sets out on a journey through the worlds oceans, seeking new life-forms and genetic secrets that might alleviate the planet's most urgent energy and climate challenges.

"Examine the purpose, function, history, and people of special government agencies with this exciting and informative new series. Young readers will learn about the important missions undertaken, tools and technology used, and career options available for each agency. Each book in the Power, Authority, and Governance series includes timelines, charts, graphs, diagrams, maps, and vibrant photos sure to engage young readers and inspire a love of reading and learning"--.

Dive deep into the depths of the ocean with Meso, an underwater explorer robot, as it's launched into the mysterious ocean twilight zone, discovering all sorts of unusual and wonderful creatures, and learning that we're all weird in our own ways!.

"Our oceans are home to the greatest diversity of life on Earth and cover 71 percent of the planet. With so much to discover, this book introduces [ocean] creatures [and habitats]"--Provided by publisher.

Discover the fascinating story of the Earth's open oceans with telling insights from the bold adventurers who love it most. The Ocean Speaks brings together more than 45 ocean enthusiasts who have taken ocean protection into their own hands, documenting the unknown and telling stories that aim to connect humans with water. Whether they are divers, marine biologists, surfers, influencers, conservationists, photojournalists or filmmakers, each of these ocean lovers is playing a part in deepening our understanding of our planet's largest life support system, 80% of which remains unmapped, unobserved and unexplored. Split geographically by oceans and continents, the stories include a project that documents the world's largest population of tiger sharks in the Maldives, divers who unofficially patrol a UNESCO world heritage site near the volcanic 'Ring of Fire' in the Tropical Eastern Pacific, a visit to the touching but ghostly turtle graveyard in Malaysia, and incredible natural spectacles like the mass spawning of grouper in French Polynesia or the humpback whales who flock to the remote Silver Bank in the Dominican Republic to birth and mate.

Maggie and her team of marine biologists dive into the ocean with a pod of humpback whales to record their songs and learn about how whales communicate. Includes information on marine biology and the scientific method.