Great White Shark: Myth and Reality
This reference brings general readers and students up close and personal with the great white shark. Following one research team tracking great white sharks in Australia, the book provides about 100 high-quality color photos throughout, most taken in open water, outside of protective cages. The book gives background on shark anatomy and examines threats to their survival as a species, with discussion of the benefits and drawbacks of ecotourism. The research team is described saving sharks from manmade hazards and pushing the boundaries to understand shark behavior. Appendices offer a chart summarizing shark protection legislation around the world, plus lists of books, documentary films, and websites for kids and adults. Civard-Racinais is a science writer. Heraud is a professional photographer and diving instructor. (Reference and Research Book News2013-12-01)This reference brings general readers and students up close and personal with the great white shark. Following one research team tracking great white sharks in Australia, the book provides about 100 high-quality color photos throughout, most taken in open (Reference and Research News2013-12-01)