The Bottlenose Dolphin ─ Biology and Conservation

“Probably the most comprehensive single piece of work ever done on bottlenose dolphins, the book represents a milestone for all those who are interested in the cetacean. . . . Stands as an essential reference.”—Marine Mammal Science

“It is hard to imagine a better resource.”—Aquatic Mammals

“Clear and compelling.”—Publishers Weekly“Comprehensive overview of the species, its evolution, place in ancient and modern myth, behavior, ecology, reproduction, and genetics.”—Florida Times-Union

“A concise overview of a species that has fascinated humans for at least 3,000 years.”—Biology Digest

“Covers everything from the historical myths about dolphins to their daily lives.”—EcoFlorida

“This excellent introduction on the biology of the bottlenose dolphin also provides a review of conservation issues and outlines current knowledge of dolphins in general.”—Charles W. Potter, National Museum of Natural History

John E. Reynolds III, senior scientist at the Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, Florida, and former chairman of the United States government’s Marine Mammal Commission, is the author or editor of twelve books, including Mysterious Manatees and Biology of Marine Mammals. Randall S. Wells is Senior Conservation Scientist and Director of the Chicago Zoological Society’s Sarasota Dolphin Research Program where he conducts the world’s longest running study of a wild dolphin population. Samantha D. Eide, former field leader for the Eckerd College Dolphin Project, currently resides in Florida.