Guide to Squid, Cuttlefish and Octopuses of Australasia

eBook - May 2000 - eRetailers

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Provides insights into the biology and behaviour of more than 60 species – from the Giant Squid to the deadly Blue-ringed Octopus.

The Australasian region is home to the greatest diversity of cephalopods — squid, cuttlefish, octopuses — in the world. Yet, we know very little about these fascinating marine animals. + Full description

This book provides insights into the biology and behaviour of more than 60 species. From the Giant Squid to the deadly Blue-ringed Octopus, the secret lives of cephalopods are revealed in a highly readable form with outstanding colour images and informative text.

For each species there is a distribution map and identification notes which summarise the main features to look for. While the book focuses on species found in relatively shallow coastal waters, a few of the more bizarre deeper-water species are included.

Naturalists, divers, reef-walkers and anglers will find the book authoritative, yet very easy to use. A comprehensive section illustrating cuttlebones will enable beachcombers to identify most of the species they are likely to encounter.

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Reviews

‘This book is the first illustrated summary of our cephalopod fauna. In this Olympic year it deserves a gold medal for opening our eyes to an amazing and hitherto hidden element of our marine fauna.’
Bill Rudman, Australian Museum (Nature Australia Summer 2000-2001)

Details

ePDF | May 2000
ISBN: 9780643101098
Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
Available from eRetailers

Contents

Introduction
What are cephalopods?
Evolution of cephalopods
Cephalopods today

The main cephalopod groups
Chambered Nautiluses
Cuttlefish, Bobtail Squid and their Allies
Squid
Vampire Squid
Octopuses