Whale Watching
- ISBN-10
- 1563318369
- ISBN-13
- 9781563318368
- Category
- Cetacea
- Pages
- 224
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1999
- Publisher
- Discovery Channel Incorporated
- Author
- Nicky Leach
Description
This 224-page title ventures into the secret realm of cetaceans, where whales are sovereigns of the deep, and playful dolphins merrily hold court. Informative essays look at all matters cetacean, from their renowned intelligence to the history of whaling, as well as providing a guide to the top whale and dolphin watching destinations around the world. A Travel Tips section includes carefully selected listings of specialist touring and lodging facilities. The work is lavishly illustrated with more than 250 spectacular photographs as well as 13 specially commissioned maps.
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