Cerullo, Mary M

Describes the habits and behavior of the white shark and uses this information to dispel myths about this predator.

Examines the scientific investigation of various problems in marine ecology, including the destruction of coral reefs and the endangering of penguins and salmon.

Photographs and text provide information about the variety of ocean-dwelling creatures known as zooplankton, with discussion of the importance of these animals to the ocean food web.

Focuses on the behavior of these large sea animals, their interactions with humans, and ways in which dolphins and people can benefit each other.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and varieties of sharks and dispels common myths about these unusual fish.

Presents information on the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, various species, and life cycle of sea turtles, along with a discussion of their endangered status and the efforts being made to study and conserve them.

Compares the fishes from the tropical seas to those in the cold ocean.

Follows marine photographer Bill Curtsinger as he dives under the ice at Antarctica to learn about the plants and animals that thrive in this extreme habitat.

"Describes the science of the giant squid and the challenges in finding and learning about this cephalopod"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the physical characteristics, feeding and mating habits, and defense mechanisms of octopuses, and gives information about other cephalopods, including the squid, the cuttlefish, and the chambered nautilus.