marine biology

Shows what marine biologists do on the job through case studies and an interview, and includes related activities.

Introduces young readers to the various creatures of the ocean.

Presents information on the location, plants and animals, currents and tides, resources, and endangered nature of the world's oceans. Includes a multimedia disk containing activities, puzzles, games, and experiments.

Jack Hanna visits marine animals in zoos, including penguins, monk seal pups, octopi, lion fish, and a green sea turtle.

Briefly examines the ocean's currents, floor, vegetation, and animal life. Includes a discussion of underwater exploration.

Traces the history of marine biology discovery, exploring how scientists have learned about creatures living in the world's oceans from ancient times to the present.

Describes the oceans and the importance of protecting them.

Presents a guide to over 475 marine subjects, providing an introduction to the seas, seashore, tides, and waves, and featuring illustrations and descriptions of various species of plants and animals found along the seashore.

The author-photographer, a marine biologist, uses his own photographs to introduce readers to some of the more amusing characteristics of the creatures he's encountered on his dives.