The Freshwater Algal Flora of the British Isles

Full Title: The Freshwater Algal Flora of the British Isles: An Identification Guide to Freshwater and Terrestrial Algae
Second Hand
Hardcover
Author: John, D., Whitton, B. and Brook, A. (eds.)
Published by: Cambridge University Press

1st edition. Book Condition: Fine.
Seemingly unused. Very crisp, clean and bright inside and out, incl. CD with over 500 high quality colour photos.
The varied and often beautiful forms of freshwater algae have long held a fascination for naturalists and professional scientists alike, particularly those involved in monitoring and managing the freshwater environment. This Flora provides the first modern account and identification guide to more than 1700 out of a total of over 2200 species of freshwater algae found in the British Isles (excluding diatoms), the majority of which also have a world-wide distribution. Non-technical descriptions are supported by clear line illustrations or photographs that emphasise the features significant for identification, most of which can be seen with a simple light microscope. In addition, user-friendly keys enable the accurate identification of specimens to the level of genus or species. Notes are included on ecology, world distribution and any taxonomic problems or identification difficulties. The accompanying CD-ROM photo catalogue of more than 500 spectacular colour images of freshwater algae and their habitats provides a valuable additional reference source and identification tool.
ISBN: 0521770513