Whales, Seals, Fish and Man
- ISBN-10
- 0080543790
- ISBN-13
- 9780080543796
- Category
- Technology & Engineering
- Pages
- 717
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1995-10-06
- Publisher
- Elsevier
- Authors
- A. Schytte Blix, L. Walløe, Ø. Ulltang
Description
This volume outlines the major findings from the Norwegian research programme on whales and seals in Norwegian waters. A wide range of topics are covered, including physiological aspects, social organization, population dynamics, stock assessment and management. The book will be of great value to scientists and managers, as well as to members of the general public interested in environmental issues.
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