Poisonous & Hazardous Marine Life [Paperback]

Sandra D. Romashko (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 2004

From risks of shark bites, wounds that won’t stop bleeding, and electric shock to potentially fatal puffer poisoning or allergic reactions, the saltwater environment is certainly a place of danger. Divers, swimmers, beachcombers, and even individuals sitting down to an elegant meal of seafood can avoid taking many unnecessary risks by reading this book. Poisonous and Hazardous Marine Life, complete with illustrations and descriptions of the appearance and habitats of dangerous sea creatures, features tips for avoiding unwanted encounters with marine life. Readers can find information about first-aid procedures for treating animal-inflicted wounds or food-induced illnesses and can learn to determine when seafood is safe to eat. With this text as an aid, ocean-goers can safely appreciate the fascinating complexity of the saltwater environment.

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About the Author

Sandra D. Romashko is the author of many popular books on natural history, and her works have sold over one million copies. She is a member of the Outdoor Writers Association of America, Florida Outdoor Writers Association, and Southeastern Outdoor Press Association.

Product Details

• Paperback: 60 pages
• Publisher: Windward Publishing (February 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0893170453
• ISBN-13: 978-0893170455
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.6 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,755,510 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #44 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Science > Nature & Ecology > Oceans & Seas > General
  • #67 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Science > Nature & Ecology > Oceans & Seas > Marine Life