Whales of North America - "Meet the giants that call our waters home."
Whales of North America - "11 species. 6 coastlines. One guide."
From the icy Arctic to the warm lagoons of Baja California, North America is home to some of the richest whale populations on Earth. Whales of North America is your complete field companion — whether you're planning a whale-watching trip, teaching a marine biology unit, or just love the ocean.
Inside you'll find:
In-depth profiles of 6 iconic species — Blue Whale, Humpback, Gray Whale, Orca, Beluga, and the North Atlantic Right Whale
A quick-reference comparison chart covering size, diet, season, and range for 9 species
A regional guide to the best whale-watching spots across the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, California, Baja, New England, and the St. Lawrence River
A conservation chapter on the threats whales face today — and how they're being protected