Biology of Parrotfishes

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Biological Sciences, Marine Biology, Evolution, Nature, Animals
Cover of the book Biology of Parrotfishes by , CRC Press
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9781351644358
Publisher: CRC Press Publication: March 5, 2018
Imprint: CRC Press Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9781351644358
Publisher: CRC Press
Publication: March 5, 2018
Imprint: CRC Press
Language: English

Parrotfish are found on almost every coral reef in the world. This ubiquity and uniqueness of their feeding action make them one of the most important groups of fishes within coral reef ecosystems. But why, exactly, are parrotfish so important to reefs? Can the evolution of a particular jaw morphology and feeding action really have had such a large impact on the health and functioning of the world's coral reefs? This book introduces the reader to this fascinating group of fishes (Labridae, Scarinae), from the morphological innovation of a jaw that has the power to bite through solid calcium carbonate, to the threats currently faced by parrotfish populations around the world. It contains new insights into their diet and food processing ability, and lifehistories, and concludes with an overview of emerging and future research directions.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Parrotfish are found on almost every coral reef in the world. This ubiquity and uniqueness of their feeding action make them one of the most important groups of fishes within coral reef ecosystems. But why, exactly, are parrotfish so important to reefs? Can the evolution of a particular jaw morphology and feeding action really have had such a large impact on the health and functioning of the world's coral reefs? This book introduces the reader to this fascinating group of fishes (Labridae, Scarinae), from the morphological innovation of a jaw that has the power to bite through solid calcium carbonate, to the threats currently faced by parrotfish populations around the world. It contains new insights into their diet and food processing ability, and lifehistories, and concludes with an overview of emerging and future research directions.

More books from CRC Press

Cover of the book Algorithms and Data Structures in C++ by
Cover of the book Precision Photoshop by
Cover of the book Fault Detection and Diagnosis in Engineering Systems by
Cover of the book Principles of Analysis by
Cover of the book Child Care Law for Health Professionals by
Cover of the book Building Knowledge, Constructing Histories, Volume 1 by
Cover of the book Building Contract Claims and Disputes by
Cover of the book Conservative Finite-Difference Methods on General Grids by
Cover of the book An Inclusive Environment by
Cover of the book Mathematics for Engineering by
Cover of the book Cellulose-Based Graft Copolymers by
Cover of the book Innovation and Application of Engineering Technology by
Cover of the book Big Data and Computational Intelligence in Networking by
Cover of the book Economics by
Cover of the book GP Wellbeing by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy