This is a guide to the most common and spectacular species of fish found in the Mediterranean and Atlantic from Norway to South Africa, with many photographed in their natural habitat.
Also included is detailed information on behaviour, including territorialism, defence mechanisms and protection of eggs.
This book is essential for every ichthyologist, diver and hobbyist looking for accurate biological data and excellent photographic illustrations.
Contents
• Cartilaginous Fishes
• Hagfish and Lampreys
• Bony Fishes
• Picture Stories
 Drift-net Tragedy
 Attack!
 Birth of Cat Sharks
 Giving Birth
 Elephant Fish
 Cleaning Station
 Parasites
 All for the Sake of a New Generation
 Phoenix Rising from the Bottle
 Eat or Be Eaten
 Golden Treasures
 Hitchhiking
 Affectionate
 Oceanopolis
 Opportunists
 Piggyback Rider
 Peacock's Dance
 Spoils to the Victor
 Courtship
 Mattanza
 The Art of Netting
 Expedition into the Atlantic
