Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals

The Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals, Third Edition, features revisions of comprehensive coverage in previous editions on such topics as taxonomy, systematics, evolution, anatomy/morphology, behavioral and physiological ecology, and more, as well as new content on topics of anthropogenic concern and modern information on the results of emerging threats, such as ocean noise (including intensive navy, industrial and other sources), impacts of climate change and cutting-edge research and results on various aspects of evolutionary biology. The latter includes new systematics information, with several re-considerations of taxonomy.

With contributions from, and edited by, world experts, this new edition is a critical resource for those in marine biology, from upper level undergraduate students attempting to get into a particular research topic, to more established graduate students, researchers and professionals.

The book also functions as a useful reference, with more information on specific topics for those from related fields, such as ecologists, evolutionary biologists and environmental scientists.

• Features significant revision of existing content and the addition of new topics in such areas as care giving, sound conduction, and prey consumption, and new chapters on various pinniped species
• Provides visual maps that name the oceans and seas mentioned in contributions, helping to place the geographical features described in the text, as well as clear, consistent species illustrations
• Offers contributions that help users quickly learn about new topics or brush up on a topic, with the references at the end of mini-chapters as an entry into more specialist literature
• Includes increased referencing in this edition of major works in each subject area and a detailed review of each author's citations, facilitating ease of acquisition by even the more casual readers