{"product_id":"9781552976012","title":"Whale Rescue","description":"\u003cp\u003e  \u003cb\u003eWhale Rescue\u003c\/b\u003e is the latest addition to the acclaimed \u003ci\u003eFirefly Animal Rescue\u003c\/i\u003e series. Written by an accomplished expert and illustrated with color photographs, this book is a solid reference on both whales and the ongoing efforts to protect them.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  This book covers whale physiology, diet, lifespan, complex behaviors and habitats. Specific whale species covered in detail are:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003eGray whales\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eHumpback whales\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eBlue whales\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eSperm whales\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eRight whales\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eOrca whales.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Whale conservationists and their efforts to protect whale populations are profiled. Also addressed are the pros and cons of extreme measures used against illegal whalers, such as ramming whaling boats and destroying fishnets. A full list of organizations dedicated to protecting whales is provided for readers who want to help.    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  \u003cb\u003eAbout the \u003ci\u003eFirefly Animal Rescue\u003c\/i\u003e series:\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  The \u003ci\u003eFirefly Animal Rescue\u003c\/i\u003e identifies endangered and threatened species and what is being done to protect them. Combining lively, accessible text and stunning color photographs, each book provides a detailed overview of the species, describing its characteristics, behavior, habits, physiology and more.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  \u003ci\u003e\"These attractive books are a call to action... fascinating readable accounts.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  - School Library Journal  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  \u003ci\u003e\"Succinct introductions to the science and practice of wildlife conservation... written in accessible, lively language.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  - Booklist  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Erich Hoyt","offers":[{"title":"Firefly Books |  Hardback | Library binding |  2005-03-05","offer_id":46011523039487,"sku":"9781552976012","price":19.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0329\/9075\/7001\/files\/BNCImageAPI_fda6e280-83c4-4f1f-89a8-0e26e002fd9e.jpg?v=1723063049","url":"https:\/\/riverbookshop.com\/products\/9781552976012","provider":"River Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}