The Bottlenose Dolphin

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Summary: Dolphin Research
Review: This is an extroidinary book in that it is a compilation by accomplished authors about a subject that is fascinating to all. It is based on scientific data and not the sensationalism that surrounds this animal. This is probably the most studied and revered of the marine mammals. I consider the strengths of the book to be its coverage of behavior in the wild, neurology and cognition. Its weaknesses really are in the area of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology. Overall, it remains a work that should be on the shelf of all interested in a true look at the biology and behavior of this obviously remarkable creature and wholeheartedly recomend it. If you are looking for details on cardiovascular physiology, including regulation of temperature such as countercurrent heat exchange mechanisms, you will probably not find it here.