{"product_id":"the-florida-manatee-biology-and-conservation","title":"The Florida Manatee: Biology and Conservation","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"A must-read for anyone with an interest in the conservation of this important species.\"--Jim Valade  U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services Manatee Recovery Activities  \"Reep and Bonde  each with more than 20 years of experience researching the manatee  have produced an introduction to these secretive animals for the general reader. Covering all aspects of manatee biology  they delve into both the scientific literature and the anecdotes of fellow manatee researchers to create an entertaining and comprehensive primer on manatee biology. ?. . . Highly recommended.\"--Booklist  Much of what we know about manatee biology and behavior has been learned in the years after they were first declared an endangered species in 1967. Roger Reep and Robert Bonde have been at the forefront of manatee research for more than two decades. The Florida Manatee offers an engaging  accessible introduction to everything manatee  including communication  diet  long-distance migration  and much more.  Publication of the hardcover edition birthed a slew of national newspaper stories on manatee intelligence appearing in publications ranging from the New York Times to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette as well as dailies throughout Florida. The Florida Manatee is perfect for anyone seeking the most comprehensive  up-to-date information on this fascinating marine mammal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44966451478581,"sku":"ByrdShop_0813035635","price":28.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780813035635.jpg?v=1770562466","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-florida-manatee-biology-and-conservation","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}