CRC Handbook of Marine Mammal Medicine [Hardcover]

Leslie A. Dierauf (Editor), Frances M.D. Gulland (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0849308399 | ISBN-13: 978-0849308390 | Publication Date: June 27, 2001 | Edition: 2

CRC Handbook of Marine Mammal Medicine, Second Edition is the only handbook specifically devoted to marine mammal medicine and health. With 66 contributors working together to craft 45 scientifically-based chapters, the text has been completely revised and updated to contain all the latest developments in this field. Building upon the solid foundation of the previous edition, the contents of this book are light-years ahead of the topics presented in the first edition.

See what's new in the Second Edition:

Marine mammals as sentinels of ocean health

Emerging and resurging diseases

Thorough revision of the Immunology chapter

Diagnostic imaging chapters to illustrate new techniques

Quick reference for venipuncture sites in many marine mammals

Unusual mortality events and mass strandings

New topics such as a chapter on careers

Wider scope of coverage including species outside of the United States and Canada

Filled with captivating illustrations and photographs, the Handbook guides you through the natural history of cetaceans, pinnipeds, manatees, sea otters, and polar bears. Prepared in a convenient, easy-to-use format, it is designed specifically for use in the field. Covering more than 40 topics, this one-of-a-kind reference is packed with data. The comprehensive compilation of information includes medicine, surgery, pathology, physiology, husbandry, feeding and housing, with special attention to strandings and rehabilitation. The CRC Handbook of Marine Mammal Medicine, Second Edition is still a must for anyone interested in marine mammals.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1120 pages
• Publisher: CRC Press; 2 edition (June 27, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0849308399
• ISBN-13: 978-0849308390
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.1 x 2.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #422,838 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great up-to-date resource, October 18, 2002

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This review is from: CRC Handbook of Marine Mammal Medicine (Hardcover)

This book contains articles that are current and relevant to the field of marine mammal medicine and is great for the researcher as well as the student. It's a great compilation of some of the best work in the field.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars excellent resource, July 29, 2008

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This review is from: CRC Handbook of Marine Mammal Medicine (Hardcover)

An excellent resource for marine mammal veterinarians, techs and researchers interested in or working in marine mammal medicine.

4 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars koo koo kachoo!!!, January 26, 2010

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This review is from: CRC Handbook of Marine Mammal Medicine (Hardcover)

This book was a real godsend. I live in a relatively isolated area in Northern Alaska so when my walrus developed an abscessed tooth I was in real trouble. Luckily my neighbor Oooglit had a copy of this book that he was willing to lend me. So with this book, some vodka, a pair of pliers and a mallet I was able to complete my home dentistry project on Noodles (my walrus).

Also, as a thank you to my neighbor Ooglit, I was able to do some corrective orthopedic surgery on Ooglit's brother Nús'k Gugán using the same book and tools with slightly more vodka.