Sharks
Sharks by Geoffrey W. Potts is a comprehensive pocket-sized guide published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited in August 2005. This edition spans 256 pages and is presented in English, offering an accessible overview of the world’s sharks and rays. The book describes over 200 of the most common species, including notable examples such as the Great White and hammerheads, while providing a general introduction to shark groups, their biology, conservation efforts, and information on shark attacks.
Readers will find detailed entries for each species, which include information on size, distribution, diet, breeding habits, and their potential danger to humans. The guide is enhanced with color artwork for each species, making it visually engaging. Additionally, it features a glossary of terms and suggestions for further reading, positioning Collins Gem Sharks as a valuable reference for those interested in marine life and the diverse world of sharks and rays.
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This is the only truly pocket-sized guide to the world’s sharks and rays. There are over 800 species of sharks and rays in the world, and this gem describes over 200 of the most common species, including the Great White, hammerheads, sawfish and stingrays. / A general introduction describes the shark groups, the biology of sharks, their conservation, and information on shark attacks / Each species has its own entry. Entries include information on size, distribution, food, breeding and danger to humans / There is colour artwork for each species / Glossary of terms, and further reading Packed full of information, Collins Gem Sharks is the perfect introduction to these fascinating species.
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