Description
Northern California marine environments include near-shore waters, the continental shelf, the continental slope, deep submarine canyons and a large bay fed by mountain rivers. This folding guide illustrates over 20 marine mammals including near shore and off shore species. You will find a wealth of information to help you learn about common visible behaviors and migration patterns.
- Humpback, fin, gray, blue, and minke whales described
- Other nearshore species included: sea lions, sea otters, elephant seals and harbor seals
- Illustrations and text by by Pieter Folkens, marine mammal expert and author/illustrator of Guide to Marine Mammals of the World (Knopf, 2014)
- Includes a detailed bathymetric map showing migration paths, whale watching centers, places to view whales and seals from shore
- Indestructible lamination – water and beach proof
- Instant access to just what you need to know. Perfect for those on a whale watch!
- ISBN: 9781621261797
