Bibliograph

The curious life of krill, a conservation story from the bottom of the world, Stephen Nicol ; foreword by Marc Mangel

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The curious life of krill, a conservation story from the bottom of the world, Stephen Nicol ; foreword by Marc Mangel

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The curious life of krill

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1007055355

Responsibility statement

Stephen Nicol ; foreword by Marc Mangel

Sub title

a conservation story from the bottom of the world

Summary

"Scientists say they are one of most abundant animals on the planet. But when pressed, few people can accurately describe krill or explain their ecological importance. Antarctic krill have used their extraordinary adaptive skills to survive and thrive for millions of years in a dark, icy world far from human interference. But with climate change melting ice caps at the top and bottom of the world, and increased human activity and pollution, their evolutionary flexibility to withstand these new pressures may not be enough. Eminent krill scientist Stephen Nicol wants us to know more about this enigmatic creature of the sea. He argues that it's critical to understand krill's complex biology in order to protect them as the krill fishing industry expands. Ocean enthusiasts will come away with a newfound appreciation for the complex ecology of a species we have much to learn from, and many reasons to protect"--Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Oceans of krill -- Going with the floes -- Labors of love -- Bringing krill to life -- Antarctic fast food -- Eating krill -- Conventional approaches -- Krill futures

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