Encyclopedia of Tidepools and Rocky Shores

edited by Mark W. Denny and Steve Gaines

This comprehensive encyclopedia is an authoritative, one-stop reference for everyone interested in the biology and ecology of the fascinating and uniquely accessible environment of tidepools and rocky shores, and environment that hosts an exceptionally complex and diverse group of plants and animals. Conveniently arranged alphabetically, nearly 200 entries written in clear language by scientists from around the world provide a state-of-the-art picture of tidepools and rocky shore science. From Abalones, Barnacles, and Climate Change through Seagrasses, Tides, and Wind, the articles discuss the animals and plants that live in tidepools, the physics and chemistry of the rocky shore environment, the ecological principles that govern tidepools, and many other interdisciplinary topics.

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