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Overview
Whale Rescue is the latest addition to the acclaimed Firefly Animal Rescue series. Written by an accomplished expert and illustrated with color photographs, this book is a solid reference on both whales and the ongoing efforts to protect them.
This book covers whale physiology, diet, lifespan, complex behaviors and habitats. Specific whale species covered in detail are:
- Gray whales
- Humpback whales
- Blue whales
- Sperm whales
- Right whales
- Orca whales.
Whale conservationists and their efforts to protect whale populations are profiled. Also addressed are the pros and cons of extreme measures used against illegal whalers, such as ramming whaling boats and destroying fishnets. A full list of organizations dedicated to protecting whales is provided for readers who want to help.
About the Firefly Animal Rescue series:
The Firefly Animal Rescue identifies endangered and threatened species and what is being done to protect them. Combining lively, accessible text and stunning color photographs, each book provides a detailed overview of the species, describing its characteristics, behavior, habits, physiology and more.
"These attractive books are a call to action... fascinating readable accounts."
- School Library Journal
"Succinct introductions to the science and practice of wildlife conservation... written in accessible, lively language."
- Booklist
Synopsis
Firefly Animal Rescue is a series about endangered and threatened species and what is being done to protect them. Each book introduces readers to a featured animal, explains the threats it is facing, and explores efforts to protect it
School Library Journal
Gr 5-8-Hoyt examines the impact of commercial whaling on global whale populations and the efforts being made by scientists, environmentalists, and some governments to protect these endangered mammals. Crisp, color photos portray these leviathans in their natural habitat and also show scientists hard at work on cetacean projects, whaling ships and their "harvest" on the high seas, and seagoing environmentalists in action. The brisk, somewhat fragmented text presents whale data from "songs" to reproduction, from migratory patterns to feeding behaviors. It briefly focuses on the efforts of a variety of identified persons or organizations endeavoring to bring whales back from the brink, among them Richard Sears's pioneer work with blue whales, the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society's controversial actions, and Charles Mayo's valiant efforts to free whales entangled in fishing lines and nets off the coast of Cape Cod. Despite its quick glimpses of action, this is a serviceable overview of 40 years of conservation efforts.-Patricia Manning, formerly at Eastchester Public Library, NY Copyright 2005 Reed Business Information.
Editorials
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Supported by stunning photographs [by] various talented photographers, Whale Rescue tells of the work of the Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society... [It] is an optimistic story of contributions people can make to saving endangered species. It would be of particular interest to environmental sciences classes and anyone interested in saving endangered animals. It is a valuable addition to nature library sections.Supported by stunning photographs [by] various talented photographers, Whale Rescue tells of the work of the Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society... [It] is an optimistic story of contributions people can make to saving endangered species. It would be of particular interest to environmental sciences classes and anyone interested in saving endangered animals. It is a valuable addition to nature library sections.