Decline of the Sea Turtles: Causes and Prevention

by National Research Council and Committee on Sea Turtle Conservation

Book Overview

This book explores in detail threats to the world's sea turtle population to provide sound, scientific conclusions on which dangers are greatest and how they can be addressed most effectively. Offering a fascinating and informative overview of five sea turtle species, the volume discusses sea turtles' feeding habits, preferred nesting areas, and migration routes; examines their status in U.S. waters; and cites examples of conservation measures...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 030904247X
• ISBN13: 9780309042475
• Release Date: February 1990
• Publisher: National Academies Press
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"