By T. Peschak, C. Velasquez
2005

Currents of Contrast - Life in Southern Africa's Two Oceans introduces the marine and coastal life associated with the oceans that surround southern Africa. Two dominant currents feed these oceans, the cold Benguela in the west and the warmer Agulhas current in the east. The book is divided into two main parts, the first dealing with the colder waters of the Benguela and the second, with the realm of the Agulhas.

A feature of the Benguela current is the water's most feared predator, the great white shark around which many myths abound. Also found here are rich forests of kelp that are nourished by the nutrient-rich waters; seabirds thrive on offshore islands and along the coast shoreline predators - jackals, lions and hyaenas - interestingly turn to the cold ocean for food along Namibia's desert coast. In the realm of the Agulhas (southern and east coasts), readers are introduced to the Knysna estuary and its seahorse; the sardine run; to the Tembe Tonga people, a group that lives in careful harmony with the ocean, to timeless turtles and the enigmatic coelacanth.

Hb. 200pp 300 colour photos

By K. Amsler

This guide reveals many of the secrets hidden in the waters off Corsica. Comprehensive texts, magnificent photographs and 3D drawings describe 26 of the best dive sites

By P. Lemon

This book illustrates the shipwrecks, reefs, caves, dramatic drop offs, shore and boat diving available in Malta. Over 50 dive sites are discussed in detail and each is illustrated with aerial photographs, maps and three dimensional drawings. The information provided is comprehensive, including access, entry points, micro-navigation of the dives, depths and duration of dives. Special features and the marine life of each dive are discussed, supported by relevant and good quality colour photographs.
Also, information about the islands and its people, travel and diving facilities.

Pb. 224pp 210x297mm

The second in the series of fully waterproof marine species identification guides for diving boating and the beach. It also incorporates a blank waterproof page for handwritten notes and a slot for attaching a lanyard. Furthermore, it is presented in five languages - English, German, Dutch, French and Spanish.
over 280 full colour photographic images -colour coded generic sections for quick navigation -pictogram representation of key information covering size, behaviour, habitat and other particular characteristics of the species -a detailed explanation on how to get the best use from your guide -fully waterproof pocket sized.

64pp 125x165mm