Deep-Sea Fishes, Volume 16 (Fish Physiology) [Hardcover]

David J. Randall (Editor, Series Editor), Anthony P. Farrell (Editor), William S. Hoar (Series Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 1997 | ISBN-10: 0123504406 | ISBN-13: 978-0123504401 | Edition: 1

The deep ocean is home to some of the most unusual of all fishes. This book is the first Fish Physiology volume devoted to these bizarre undersea creatures. Practically every organ system is affected by the constraints imposed by benthic pressure, the absence of light, and the relatively scarce supply of both food and mates. Deep Sea Fishes demonstrates how these fishes living in extremely harsh conditions metabolize, behave, and evolve.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"The Fish Physiology Series has set a very high standard of quality from its first volume published in 1969... and have become increasingly more focused in their subject treatments."
--Joseph J. Torres in COPEIA
"Deep-Sea Fishes is a volume that is definitely worth having as an excellent, up-to-date reference. Whether you are teaching a course or otherwise researching a deep-sea topic, you'll find this a great place to begin your research. In most cases, you'll be able to find what you need; in others, you'll know where to look next."
--Joseph J. Torres in COPEIA

From the Back Cover

The deep ocean is home to some of the most unusual of all fishes. Practically every organ system of these fishes is affected by the constraints imposed by the benthic pressure, the absence of light, and the relatively scarce supply of both food and mates. Clearly, these fishes are living "on the edge" and must metabolize, behave, and evolve accordingly. This book, with chapters by leading figures in deep-sea biology, is the first Fish Physiology volume devoted to these bizarre abyssal denizens. Fishery biologists, physiologists, and ichthyologists interested in an up-to-date review of deep-sea fish physiology, ecology, and evolution will need this important volume.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 388 pages
• Publisher: Academic Press; 1 edition (September 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0123504406
• ISBN-13: 978-0123504401
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,637,053 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)