Valerie A. Kells – författare

A Field Guide to Coastal Fishes is a comprehensive, current, and accurate identification guide to the more than 1,000 nearshore and offshore fishes that live in brackish and marine waters from Maine to Texas. Val Kells and Kent Carpenter bring decades of experience to this project. With Kells' detailed, vivid illustrations and Carpenter's deep knowledge of biology, taxonomy, and nomenclature, this book captures the stunning diversity of species along America's eastern shores. Key features of the book include: * more than 1,000 full-color illustrations, set side-by-side with descriptions of each fish* details about the biology of each species* habitat, distribution, and size information Reliable and up-to-date, A Field Guide to Coastal Fishes is the most complete book ever published on East and Gulf Coast fishes-perfect for boat, home, or classroom. Its beautiful design and accessible format make it an ideal guide for fishermen, divers, students, scientists, naturalists, and fish enthusiasts alike.

A beautifully illustrated guide to the diverse and numerous freshwater fish species in Virginia.In Field Guide to Freshwater Fishes of Virginia, the foremost experts on Commonwealth fishes bring their decades of field experience to readers, offering a complete reference to the fishes of the entire state of Virginia. Gathering information that until now could only be found scattered across numerous reference works and online databases, this book provides everything you need to know to identify fish families and species in the Virginia region. Covering how to collect, handle, observe, conserve, and protect these unique fishes, the book's key features include • more than 175 vibrant, full-color illustrations, set side by side with descriptions of each fish• helpful line drawings that depict the most reliable diagnostic characteristics for field identifications (e.g., snout shape, pigment patterns, mouth morphology)• descriptions of Virginia's freshwater habitats • examples of incredible fish spawning and feeding behavior• tips on observing fish in the wild and in captivity• a chapter on the taxonomy of family and common names of the fish species most common throughout Virginia• up-to-date fish distribution maps• a complete glossary of termsProviding a fascinating foray into the wonders of the Commonwealth's swimmers, Field Guide to Freshwater Fishes of Virginia will appeal to scientists, naturalists, teachers, native fish aquarists, students, anglers, and fish collectors.

The definitive illustrated guide to the fishes of America's Atlantic and Gulf coasts, now fully updated for a new generation of anglers, naturalists, and marine scientists.The coastal waters of the eastern United States are home to an extraordinary diversity of marine life. A Field Guide to Coastal Fishes is the definitive guide to identifying the more than 1,140 fish species found in brackish and marine waters from Maine to Texas, making it an indispensable companion for anyone who spends time on the water or wants to better understand the rich ecosystems of the Atlantic and Gulf coasts.Created by acclaimed scientific illustrator Val Kells and renowned ichthyologist Kent Carpenter, this thoroughly revised second edition reflects fifteen years of advances in fish taxonomy, genetics, and species classification. Species accounts have been updated and reorganized to align with recent scientific understanding, while new and revised illustrations incorporate the latest visual records, ensuring the most accurate illustrated reference available. The guide provides detailed identification information alongside insights into each species' biology, habitat, distribution, and size. Featuring more than 1,300 full-color illustrations presented alongside concise descriptions, this comprehensive volume remains the most complete and up-to-date guide to East and Gulf Coast fishes. A Field Guide to Coastal Fishes is an essential resource for anglers, divers, boaters, students, naturalists, researchers, and anyone fascinated by the remarkable diversity of life beneath the surface.