Osha Grey Davidson

A colorful journey through the natural history of coral reefs and humanity's relationship to them.

The most complex of all marine ecosystems, the coral reef is a phenomenon of both awesome beauty and vital importance. It is home to a spectacular, uncounted variety of fish, shrimps, worms, snails, crabs, sea cucumbers, sea stars, urchins, anemones, sea squirts, and plants. Osha Gray Davidson takes us into the heart of the intricate labyrinths of the coral reef—from the individual coral polyp to towering metropolitan structures such as the Great Barrier Reef. From the story of Charles Darwin's little-known study of corals to the breakthroughs of today's marine scientists, Davidson chronicles the natural history of this fascinating plant-animal-mineral form and issues a clarion call to halt the manmade degradation of coral reefs.

Features quotations from Darwin's captivating, but little known diary recounting his trips to the reefs. An 8-page color insert captures the beauty of the coral reef and its unique inhabitants.

Submitted by: Osha Gray Davidson -- osha@oshadavidson.com
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Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Year: 1998

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