Sea Turtles

• Author : James R. Spotila
• Publisher : JHU Press
• Release Date : 2004-10-26
• ISBN : 9780801880070

Presents a vivid description of the natural history and life cycle of the seven species of sea tutles, including diets and mating habits, the environmental dangers that threaten their survival, and current conservation efforts.

• Author : Peter L. Lutz,John A. Musick,Jeanette Wyneken
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release Date : 2002-12-17
• ISBN : 9781420040807

The success of the first volume of The Biology of Sea Turtles revealed a need for broad but comprehensive reviews of major recent advances in sea turtle biology. Biology of Sea Turtles, Volume II emphasizes practical aspects of biology that relate to sea turtle management and to changes in marine and coastal ecosystems. These topics i

• Author : Gail Gibbons
• Publisher : Lerner Publishing Group
• Release Date : 2018-01-01
• ISBN : 9781430130567

"...a valuable and effective program." -School Library Journal

• Author : Brad Nahill
• Publisher : Academic Press
• Release Date : 2020-11-27
• ISBN : 9780128210307

Sea Turtle Research and Conservation: Lessons From Working in the Field is a comprehensive reference of experiences with sea turtle species from global experts. This book looks at the human side of protecting and studying these unique animals around the world, as well as the challenges involved, such as cultural differences and conducting research in remote locations. Led by a renowned expert in sea turtle conservation, this book addresses the largest issues the sea turtle species are facing currently. Nearly

• Author : Laura Marsh
• Publisher : National Geographic Books
• Release Date : 2011
• ISBN : 9781426308536

Presents the life of sea turtles, including where they travel, how they build nests, and what they eat.

• Author : Jeanette Wyneken,Kenneth J. Lohmann,John A. Musick
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release Date : 2013-03-25
• ISBN : 9781439873083

Since the first volume of The Biology of Sea Turtles was published in 1997, the field has grown and matured in ways few of the authors would have predicted—particularly in the areas of physiology, behavior, genetics, and health. Volume III presents timely coverage of emerging areas as well as the integration of approaches and information that did not exist even a decade ago. The book assembles the foremost experts in each topic to provide the most up-to-date and comprehensive book

• Author : Blair E. Witherington
• Publisher : Voyageur Press (MN)
• Release Date : 2006
• ISBN : 9780760326442

Describes the life of sea turtles including their form and function, their transition from land to sea and back again, and their relationship with humans.

• Author : Peter L. Lutz,John A. Musick
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release Date : 2017-12-06
• ISBN : 9781351411295

Sea turtles have existed for millions of years, making them fascinating subjects of study. In the last 20 years, the science of sea turtle biology has expanded at an exponential rate, leading to major advances in many areas. This book synthesizes the results of these advances and focuses on how these endangered marine reptiles operate in, adapt to, and are dependent upon particular features of their marine environment. New technology in data gathering, such as DNA analyses, remote sensing, and physiological

• Author : Anonim
• Publisher : Lerner Publications
• Release Date : 1995-01-01
• ISBN : 0822530058

Introduces the world's largest turtles, and discusses their nesting habits, how young turtles grow up, turtle migration, the reasons why turtles are endangered, and conservation efforts

• Author : Anonim
• Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
• Release Date : 2004
• ISBN : 9251052387

The original report published in 2004 (ISBN 925105542)

• Author : Pamela T. Plotkin
• Publisher : JHU Press
• Release Date : 2007-03
• ISBN : 0801886112

The smallest of the sea turtles, olive and Kemp’s ridleys are the only marine turtles to exhibit mass-nesting behavior, known as arribadas. This fascinating phenomenon, during which one could literally walk shell-to-shell across a beach, is considered one of the most amazing wonders of nature. In Biology and Conservation of Ridley Sea Turtles, Pamela T. Plotkin brings together the world’s experts on the genus Lepidochelys to present the first comprehensive, book-length examination of these fascinating animals. Featuring the

• Author : Jeff Ripple
• Publisher : Voyageur Press (MN)
• Release Date : 1996
• ISBN : 9780896583153

Examines every species of sea turtle and their characteristics, how they navigate, what their threats are, and how conservation efforts are helping them survive.

• Author : Carol Ruckdeschel,C. Robert Shoop
• Publisher : University of Georgia Press
• Release Date : 2012-03-15
• ISBN : 9780820344461

Written by two of the Southeast's foremost authorities on sea turtle conservation, this is an accessible, fully illustrated guide to the species that frequent the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts of the United States. No one who encounters a sea turtle soon forgets it. The leatherback, for instance, can grow to huge proportions, commonly approaching eight feet in length and more than half a ton in weight. Powerful swimmers, they are also among the deepest divers of all air-breathing sea creatures.

• Author : Paolo Casale
• Publisher : IUCN
• Release Date : 2010
• ISBN : 9782831712406

• Author : Mary Jo Rhodes
• Publisher : Childrens Press
• Release Date : 2005
• ISBN : 0516243918

Describes the physical characteristics of sea turtles, as well as their behavior in the wild and what things threaten their existence.