Dangerous Sea Life of the West Atlantic, Caribbean, and Gulf of Mexico: A Guide for Accident Prevention and First Aid [Paperback]

Edwin S Iversen (Author), Renate H Skinner (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 2006

There are dangers in the seas around us, but this book can make water activities safer and more enjoyable. Learn how to avoid dangerous creatures—and how to administer first aid just in case you are unable to avoid them.

There are sections on:

• species that bite: sharks, barracuda, moray eels, fishes, alligators and crocodiles, octopi, and sea lice

• species that sting: jellyfish, stingrays, fire worms, fire coral, cone shells, sea urchins, and bony fishes

• species dangerous to eat: from cholera, paralytic shellfish poisoning, red tide, parasites, and ciguatera

• pests that harm swimmers: various algae, bacteria, and parasites

• toxic mucus-secreting species: sponges, fishes, and marine toads

• fish beak and processing injuries: flying fish, billfish, swordfish, and shark skin

• human/animal interactions at modern tourist attractions

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About the Author

Dr. Edwin S. Iversen was a professor of biological oceanography at the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science for 37 years. He published many books and articles in his field, perhaps the best known being Farming the Edge of the Sea. The Rosenstiel School has established the Edwin S. Iverson Prize in Aquaculture to honor Dr. Iversen and to promote the career of students interested in the field.

Dr. Renate H. Skinner earned her Ph.D. in biological oceanography as a student of Dr. Iversen at the University of Miami. She worked at Biscayne National Park in the fisheries program and later was district biologist for the State of Florida in Key Largo. Dr. Skinner has receive a number of environmental awards for her initiative in protecting the marine resources of southeast Florida.

Product Details

• Paperback: 99 pages
• Publisher: Pineapple Press (November 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 156164370X
• ISBN-13: 978-1561643707
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #723,399 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #9 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Science > Nature & Ecology > Oceans & Seas > General
  • #12 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Science > Nature & Ecology > Oceans & Seas > Marine Life
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A thoroughly 'user friendly' guide, February 2, 2007

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This review is from: Dangerous Sea Life of the West Atlantic, Caribbean, and Gulf of Mexico: A Guide for Accident Prevention and First Aid (Paperback)

The collaborative work of Edwin S. Iversen (Professor of Marine Science at the University of Miami Rosentiel School of Marine and Atomospheric Science for 37 years) and Renate H. Skinner (who earned her Ph.D in biological oceanography as a student of Dr. Iversen and ultimately became a district biologist for the State of Florida in Key Largo), "Dangerous Sea Life Of The West Atlantic, Caribbean, And Cult Of Mexico" is a compendium of toxic and otherwise dangerous sea creatures, each of which is superbly illustrated with color photography. These dangerous creatures are organized into sections showcasing species that bit, species that sting, species dangerous to eat, pest that harm swimmers, toxic mucus-secreting species, fish beak and processing injuries, and a very special section on human/animal interactions at modern tourist attractions such as Sea World. "Dangerous Sea Life" is an essential, strongly recommended reference, not just because of its identifications and descriptions, but also because is services as a thoroughly 'user friendly' guide to accident prevention and first aid when coming into contact with them. Anyone who uses the waters of the West Atlantic, the Caribbean, and/or the Gulf of Mexico for recreational, professional, or educational purposes should obtain and keep handy their very own copy of "Dangerous Sea Life".

5.0 out of 5 stars Underwater Extravaganza, January 10, 2011

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This review is from: Dangerous Sea Life of the West Atlantic, Caribbean, and Gulf of Mexico: A Guide for Accident Prevention and First Aid (Paperback)

This book was just what I needed. A breakdown of aquatic life & the dangers associated with some of them...along with what to do if you come into contact with one.

It will stay on the boat with the first-aid kit; don't leave home without it!!!