9798196779244 - bumphead parrotfish: the reef’s giant: a comprehensive biological guide to the indo-pacific’s megagrazer: evolutionary history, ecological impact, and conservation of the giant scarid di murphy, raphael (5 risultati)
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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Unveil the Secrets of the Ocean's Most Formidable EngineerDeep within the coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific lives a giant unlike any other. Reaching lengths of nearly five feet and weighing over 150 pounds, the Bumphead Parrotfish (Bolbometopon muricatum) is a living biological bulldozer, a…master architect that shapes the very geology of our tropical world.In this definitive biological treatise, you will embark on a 20-chapter journey into the hidden life of the 'Chief of the Reef.' From the evolution of its massive, ossified frontal bump to the high-stakes social drama of its lunar spawning aggregations, this book provides a comprehensive, professional-grade exploration of a species that is as culturally significant as it is ecologically vital.What's Inside This Comprehensive Guide - Evolutionary Foundations: Trace the transition from ancestral wrasses to the specialized megagrazer morphology seen today.- The Biomechanics of Power: A technical breakdown of the 'hammer' forehead and the fluorapatite-enriched dental plates capable of crushing solid rock.- Geological Impact: Quantify the 'Megagrazer Paradigm'-discover how a single fish converts over five tons of coral into white sand every year.- Complex Social Lives: Explore the 'many eyes' hypothesis, schooling dynamics, and the 'lek-like' mating rituals of these gregarious giants.- A Call to Action: A deep dive into the threats of climate change, nighttime spearfishing, and the community-led conservation models that are fighting to save them.Whether you are a marine biologist, an ocean enthusiast, or a conservationist, this book offers an unparalleled look at the 'old-growth timber of the sea.' Discover why the health of our coral reefs-and the very beaches we walk on-depends on the survival of the Bumphead Parrotfish.Dive into the science of the reef's most incredible engineer. Add this essential volume to your marine biology library today.
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Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Unveil the Secrets of the Ocean's Most Formidable EngineerDeep within the coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific lives a giant unlike any other. Reaching lengths of nearly five feet and weighing over 150 pounds, the Bumphead Parrotfish (Bolbometopon muricatum) is a living biological bulldozer, a m…aster architect that shapes the very geology of our tropical world.In this definitive biological treatise, you will embark on a 20-chapter journey into the hidden life of the "Chief of the Reef." From the evolution of its massive, ossified frontal bump to the high-stakes social drama of its lunar spawning aggregations, this book provides a comprehensive, professional-grade exploration of a species that is as culturally significant as it is ecologically vital.What's Inside This Comprehensive Guide?Evolutionary Foundations: Trace the transition from ancestral wrasses to the specialized megagrazer morphology seen today.The Biomechanics of Power: A technical breakdown of the "hammer" forehead and the fluorapatite-enriched dental plates capable of crushing solid rock.Geological Impact: Quantify the "Megagrazer Paradigm"-discover how a single fish converts over five tons of coral into white sand every year.Complex Social Lives: Explore the "many eyes" hypothesis, schooling dynamics, and the "lek-like" mating rituals of these gregarious giants.A Call to Action: A deep dive into the threats of climate change, nighttime spearfishing, and the community-led conservation models that are fighting to save them.Whether you are a marine biologist, an ocean enthusiast, or a conservationist, this book offers an unparalleled look at the "old-growth timber of the sea." Discover why the health of our coral reefs-and the very beaches we walk on-depends on the survival of the Bumphead Parrotfish.Dive into the science of the reef's most incredible engineer. Add this essential volume to your marine biology library today. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
