Here is a list of the best Marine Biology books, some I have read myself, some that I did research on, and all have great reviews!
- Marine Biology 11th Edition (2018)
- Marine Biology For The Non-Biologist (2017)
- The Marine Biology Coloring Book, Second Edition (2000)
- Marine Biology: Function, Biodiversity, Ecology (2017)
- Ocean: A Visual Encyclopedia (2015)
- Marine Biology: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions) (2013)
- Marine Biologist (Cool Careers (Gareth Stevens)) (2009)
- Marine Science for Kids: Exploring and Protecting Our Watery World, Includes Cool Careers and 21 Activities (For Kids series) (2017)
- National Audubon Society Guide to Marine Mammals of the World (National Audubon Society Field Guides) (2002)
- Marine Biology: Function, Biodiversity, Ecology (2013)
- Introduction to the Biology of Marine Life (2016)
Marine Biology 11th Edition (2018)
ISBN: 9781260085105 is an International Student Edition of Marine Biology 11th Edition by Peter Castro and Michael Huber This ISBN 9781260085105 is Textbook only. It will not come with online access code. Online Access code (should only be purchased when required by an instructor ) sold separately at ISBN 9781260162530 The content of of this title on all formats are the same.
Marine Biology For The Non-Biologist (2017)
Andrew Caine has managed to produce a highly readable masterpiece which takes the reader on a magical and sometimes scary journey into the world of the planet’s marine life, looking at the complex ecosystems with algae, plankton, shell fish, coral reefs and even whales.
The Marine Biology Coloring Book, Second Edition (2000)
Enter the delicate, complex world of underwater life through extraordinarily detailed, hand-drawn illustrations and newly updated text. The Marine Biology Coloring Book will serve as an excellent resource and guide. Enjoy the process of creating your own beautiful, full-color reference while you explore a fascinating hidden world.
Marine Biology: Function, Biodiversity, Ecology (2017)
With its clear and conversational writing style, comprehensive coverage, and sophisticated presentation, Marine Biology: Function, Biodiversity, Ecology, Fifth Edition, is regarded by many as the most authoritative marine biology text.
Ocean: A Visual Encyclopedia (2015)
An engaging visual encyclopedia for kids, packed with stunning photography and amazing facts on every aspect of ocean life.From the Arctic to the Caribbean, tiny plankton to giant whales, sandy beaches to the deepest depths, our oceans are brought to life with astonishing images, simple, stylish graphics, and crystal-clear text explanations in Ocean: A Visual Encyclopedia.DK’s Visual Encyclopedias are the first subst…
Marine Biology: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions) (2013)
The marine environment is the largest, most important, and yet most mysterious habitat on our planet. It contains more than 99 percent of the world’s living space, produces half of its oxygen, plays a critical role in regulating its climate, and supports a remarkably diverse and exquisitely adapted array of life forms, from microscopic viruses, bacteria, and plankton to the largest existing animals.
Marine Biologist (Cool Careers (Gareth Stevens)) (2009)
Are you interested in ocean plants and animals? Have you ever wondered how pollution affects the underwater world? Do you enjoy being in the water? Do you like hands-on research and technology? Then you might have a future as a marine biologist! Swim along with real-life marine biologists and learn what its like to study life in the sea.
Marine Science for Kids: Exploring and Protecting Our Watery World, Includes Cool Careers and 21 Activities (For Kids series) (2017)
Do you ever dream of being a marine explorer or adventurer? Are you a fan of cool, cute, or creepy creatures?
National Audubon Society Guide to Marine Mammals of the World (National Audubon Society Field Guides) (2002)
The National Audubon Society Guide to Marine Mammals of the World describes in fascinating detail all 120 species of the world’s whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals and sea lions, manatees, Marine and Sea Otters, and the Polar Bear.
Marine Biology: Function, Biodiversity, Ecology (2013)
DISTINCTIVE FEATURES* Examines marine biology from a unique global and evolutionary perspective * Written in a clear, conversational style* Filled with full color photographs from the world’s finest marine biologists* Robust pedagogy includes “Key Concept” headings, “Basic Facts” summaries, “Going Deeper” boxes, end of chapter exercises, and more~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~SUPPLEMENTSCompanion Website (www.oup.com/us/levinton): Maintained by the author, this comprehensive Author(s): Jeffrey S. Levinton
Introduction to the Biology of Marine Life (2016)
What is marine biology and why is it important? The Eleventh Edition of Introduction to the Biology of Marine Life answers these questions and inspires students to appreciate marine life and ocean ecosystems. Assuming no prior knowledge of marine biology, this entertaining text covers the essentials to a foundational understanding of marine organisms and their environments.
Best Marine Biology Books to Read
We highly recommend you to buy all paper or e-books in a legal way, for example, on Amazon. But sometimes it might be a need to dig deeper beyond the shiny book cover. Before making a purchase, you can visit resources like Library Genesis and download some marine biology books mentioned below at your own risk. Once again, we do not host any illegal or copyrighted files, but simply give our visitors a choice and hope they will make a wise decision.
Marine Biology: A Very Short Introduction
Author(s): Philip V. Mladenov
ID: 2481765, Publisher: OUP Oxford, Year: 2020, Size: 6 Mb, Format: epub
Biology and Ecology of Venomous Marine Cnidarians
Author(s): Ramasamy Santhanam
ID: 2700864, Publisher: Springer Singapore;Springer, Year: 2020, Size: 13 Mb, Format: pdf
Developmental Biology of the Sea Urchin and Other Marine Invertebrates: Methods and Protocol
Author(s): David J. Carroll, Stephen A. Stricker
ID: 2798631, Publisher: Methods in Molecular Biology, Year: 2020, Size: 10 Mb, Format: pdf
Please note that this booklist is not errorless. Some books are absolutely hot items according to Chicago Tribune, others are composed by unknown writers. On top of that, you can always find additional tutorials and courses on Coursera, Udemy or edX, for example. Are there any other relevant resources you could recommend? Drop a comment if you have any feedback on the list.