Whales and Dolphins (Collins Wild Guide)

by Mark Carwardine

Whales and Dolphins Wild Guide is the perfect introduction to 96 species of whale, dolphin, and porpoise. This pocket-size guide is essential for the family reference shelf, helping you to identify each species and discover more about them. Published in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, America's foremost authority in history, science, and art.

Genres: Nature

256 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2006

About the author

Mark Carwardine is a zoologist who achieved widespread recognition for his Last Chance to See conservation expeditions with Douglas Adams, first aired on BBC Radio 4 in 1990. Since then he has become a leading and outspoken conservationist, and a prolific broadcaster, columnist and photographer.

Reviews

[Eddie B. · Rating 3 out of 5]

Bought the book for its second part (the identification). Liked its first part (the introduction) much more.

[Fredrick Danysh · Rating 4 out of 5]

A excellent reference on whales and dolphins suitable for use even by young people. Besides the Identification section on each species, there is a good section on whale watching as well as a brief history of the whaling industry.