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1st. Soft. Fine. 8 5.25 1. The Guide is broad in scope, geographically and taxonomically, and it is written at a substantive yet easily accessible level that will appeal to both novices and those with more advanced knowledge of the subject. It also contains more than 100 specially commissioned colour illustrations by the well-known scientific illustrator Amy Bartlett Wright that will greatly facilitate the easy and rapid identification of specimens. McDonald & Woodward Publishing, 2002. Reprinted 2014. Clean, crisp copy. Fine except for initials inside cover.

4th. Hard. VG. 11.25 8.75 2. This much-anticipated modernization of "Light's Manual" is an astonishing accomplishment, blending state-of-the-art taxonomy with profusely illustrated and user-friendly keys to who's whom on marine shores from its stated boundaries of mid-California through Oregon, and clearly, much further north. It's also an informative, well referenced read. Marine biologists should not leave home without it."--Robert Paine, Professor Emeritus of Biology, University of Washington University of California Press, 2007. Clean, crisp copy. Superficial marks on cover and initials on fore edge of text block. Heavy book, additional postage may apply.

1st. Hard. Fine. 10 7 1.5. There is a catastrophic worldwide decline of anguillid (freshwater eel) species. World authorities on the three species consider mechanisms for addressing this concern and reversing trends. This book emphasizes recent and new insights into basic biology, resource status, and management procedures. Chapter authors provide innovative approaches to stock assessment and management. Published by the American Fisheries Society, 2009. Clean, crisp copy. Fine except for initials inside on title page.