The Freshwater Fishes of British Columbia

By J. D. McPhail, Joseph S. Nelson and D.L. McPhail

The threat of deteriorating habitats and a loss of biodiversity make this reference work on the freshwater fishes of British Columbia more necessary than ever before. Eighty-one comprehensive species accounts aid accurate identification and consist of an illustration, the scientific and common names of the fish, its distinguishing characteristics, taxonomic comments, geographic distribution, a life-history summary, a habitat-use summary, and conservation comments. The book is a critical resource for biologists, naturalists, management and conservation officers, anglers, and members of the public who are concerned about our natural heritage.

• Language: English
• Publisher: The University of Alberta Press
• Release date: Sep 28, 2007
• ISBN: 9780888648532

J. D. McPhail

J.D. McPhail is professor emeritus of the Native Fish Research Group in the Department of Zoology at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver.

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