Davies, Nicola, 1958-

Oceans and seas / Nicola Davies. - [New ed.]. - New York : Kingfisher : Distributed in the U.S. by Macmillan, c2011. - 56 p. : col. ill. ; 27 cm. - Discover science . - Discover science (Kingfisher (Firm)) .

"Includes fun and easy projects"--Cover.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 55) and index.

Planet ocean -- Salty seas -- Undersea landscape -- Tides and waves -- Weather-making sea -- Living history -- Fish rule -- Ocean mammals -- Super seabirds -- Who eats whom? -- Coral reefs -- Kelp jungles -- Frozen feasts -- Deep oceans -- Ocean mysteries -- Studying the sea -- All fished out -- What a waste! -- Projects.

Oceans and Seas brings the young reader on a journey into the sea where full-color illustrations enhance the informational presentation of the incredible creatures and plants that live in different oceans around the world, including a review of the creatures of the coral reefs and an overview of deep-sea treasure hunting. It introduces readers to the fascinating underwater world, from the deepest oceans to the shallows, and the creatures and plants that make salt water their home. Discover the rare mola mola fish and meet the colorful inhabitants of coral reefs. Also, find out how people use the waters of the world, from sports and leisure to fishing and treasure hunting.

ISBN: 9780753466025 (hbk.) 0753466023 (hbk.) 9780753474389 (pbk.)

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Ocean.
Seas.
Marine ecology.
Ecology.

LC Class. No.: GC21.5 / .D38 2011