CRC Handbook of Marine Mammal Medicine, Second Edition

Leslie A Dierauf National Wildlife Health Center, Madison, Wisconsin, USA
Frances M.D. Gulland Marine Mammal Center, Sausalito, California, USA

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Cat. #: 0839 ISBN: 0849308399 Publication Date: 6/27/2001 Number of Pages: 1120

CRC Handbook of Marine Mammal Medicine, Second Edition is the only handbook specifically devoted to marine mammal medicine and health. With 66 contributors working together to craft 45 scientifically-based chapters, the text has been completely revised and updated to contain all the latest developments in this field. Building upon the solid foundation of the previous edition, the contents of this book are light-years ahead of the topics presented in the first edition.

See what's new in the Second Edition:

• Marine mammals as sentinels of ocean health
• Emerging and resurging diseases
• Thorough revision of the Immunology chapter
• Diagnostic imaging chapters to illustrate new techniques
• Quick reference for venipuncture sites in many marine mammals
• Unusual mortality events and mass strandings
• New topics such as a chapter on careers
• Wider scope of coverage including species outside of the United States and Canada

Filled with captivating illustrations and photographs, the Handbook guides you through the natural history of cetaceans, pinnipeds, manatees, sea otters, and polar bears. Prepared in a convenient, easy-to-use format, it is designed specifically for use in the field. Covering more than 40 topics, this one-of-a-kind reference is packed with data. The comprehensive compilation of information includes medicine, surgery, pathology, physiology, husbandry, feeding and housing, with special attention to strandings and rehabilitation. The CRC Handbook of Marine Mammal Medicine, Second Edition is still a must for anyone interested in marine mammals.

• Over 200 captivating illustrations
• Meticulous coverage of the medical treatment, surgery, pathology, physiology, natural history, feeding and housing, husbandry, strandings and rehabilitation of marine mammals
• Easy-to-use field guide in handbook format
• Most up-to-date and complete blood value tables