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Starfish: Biology and Ecology of the Asteroidea

Johns Hopkins. 2013. 288p. ed. by John M. Lawrence. bibliog. illus. index. ISBN 9781421407876. $100; ebk. ISBN 9781421410456. $100. REF
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Whether you call them sea stars, starfish, or asteroids, learn more about these fascinating five-armed marvels in this in-depth look at the lives of the stars. Johns Hopkins presents a scholarly mini-textbook exploring the biology and ecology of the starfish. There is much to understand about survival from studying these unique creatures, which are in possession of the ability to regenerate limbs and have stomachs that can be turned inside out. Leading scientists weigh in with chapters listed under two headings: "Comparative Biology" and "Ecology and Integrative Biology." Color photographs and detailed black-and-white illustrations will aid the layperson looking for basic information, but the extensive references speak to this volume's research value.
VERDICT Purchase for academic libraries and large public libraries.
Reviewed by Christina Connolly, Worcester P.L., MA , May 01, 2013
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