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Octopus : The Ocean's Intelligent Invertebrate by Jennifer A. Mather, James B. Wood and Roland C. Anderson (2010, Hardcover)

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PublisherTimber Press, Incorporated

ISBN-101604690674

ISBN-139781604690675

eBay Product ID (ePID)78524827

Product Key Features

Book TitleOctopus : the Ocean's Intelligent Invertebrate

Number of Pages240 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicAnimals / Marine Life, Ecosystems & Habitats / Oceans & Seas, Life Sciences / Marine Biology

Publication Year2010

IllustratorYes

GenreNature, Science

AuthorJennifer A. Mather, James B. Wood, Roland C. Anderson

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.9 in

Item Weight22.9 Oz

Item Length9.5 in

Item Width6.9 in

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Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2009-041311

Reviews"A fascinating natural history of some of the ocean's most intriguing creatures." -- Farm and Dairy "With personal narratives, underwater research, stunning closeup photography, and thoughtful guidance for keeping octopuses in captivity, this book is the first comprehensive natural history of this smart denizen of the sea. For anyone with an interest in octopodes." -- ScienceBlogs.com "Reveals the uncanny smarts and elegant adaptations of these eight-armed wonders." -- Science News "Provides an excellent nature history of the octopus, pairing lovely photos with the insights of three leading marine biologists." -- Bookwatch

Dewey Edition22

Dewey Decimal594/.56

SynopsisDid you know that: * All octopuses are venomous * They are notorious as escape artists from aquaria, observing escape routes, opening doors, and sliding out of small pinholes unobserved * Some male octopuses mimic female apperance and behavior and prefer to live near females * No octopuses live long than four years--most have a life span of six months or less For the first time, all the latest discoveries and knowledge about the amazing octopus has been gathered together in a popular history. From their molluscan ancestry and complicated anatomy to their mating and predatory behaviors, Discovering the Octopus takes readers through the entire life cycle of the octopus and uncovers the details of their distinctive personalities. , The visually arresting and often misunderstood octopus has long captured popular imagination. With an alien appearance and an uncanny intellect, this exceptional sea creature has inspired fear in famous lore and legends--from the giant octopus attack in 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea to Ursula the sea witch in The Little Mermaid . Yet its true nature is more wondrous still. After decades of research, the authors reveal a sensitive, curious, and playful animal with remarkable intelligence, an ability to defend itself with camouflage and jet propulsion, an intricate nervous system, and advanced problem-solving abilities. In this beautifully photographed book, three leading marine biologists bring readers face to face with these amazingly complex animals that have fascinated scientists for decades. From the molluscan ancestry of today's octopus to its ingenious anatomy, amazing mating and predatory behaviors, and other-worldly relatives, the authors take readers through the astounding life cycle, uncovering the details of distinctive octopus personalities. With personal narratives, underwater research, stunning closeup photography, and thoughtful guidance for keeping octopuses in captivity, Octopus is the first comprehensive natural history of this smart denizen of the sea.

LC Classification NumberQL430.3.O2M38 2010