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Author:

Derocher, Andrew E.

Title:

Polar bears : a complete guide to their biology and behavior / text by Andrew E. Derocher ; photographs by Wayne Lynch.

Publisher:

Johns Hopkins University Press ;

Copyright Date:

2012

Description:

ix, 249 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 29 cm.

Subject:

Polar bear.
Polar bear--Behavior.

Other Authors:

Lynch, Wayne.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Contents:

A polar bear described -- Evolution -- Early polar bear-human interactions -- Arctic marine ecosystems -- Sea ice and habitat -- Prey -- Distribution and populations -- Hunting methods -- Polar bear behavior -- Den ecology -- From birth to death -- Threats -- Looking forward.

Summary:

Presents an introduction to the polar bear, discussing its evolution, physical characteristics, life cycle, predatory behavior, habitat, and the threats to its existence from global warming.

ISBN:

1421403056
9781421403052

LCCN:

2011021303

Locations:

USUX851 -- Iowa State University - Parks Library (Ames)

TYPH572 -- Cedar Rapids Public Library (Cedar Rapids)

YEPF572 -- Marion Public Library (Marion)