Underwater photographs and informative descriptions of over 240 species, including classification, evolution, and best locations to spot them.

Hawaii's Fishes : A Guide for Snorkelers and Divers

John P. Hoover

Sports & Outdoors

Mutual Publishing

Hawaii's seas teem with life. Living creatures-swimming, creeping, floating or crawling--have invaded every possible undersea habitat. They have multiplied and diversified into every imaginable shape and form, from 20-foot giant squids to tiny creatures living between sand grains. Ninety percent of these animals are invertebrates--animals without backbones. Many are beautiful, a few are bizarre, and all are fascinating. 
 This book leads the reader deeper into the undersea realm with photographs of over 500 species of lobsters, shrimps, crabs, shells, octopus, corals, anemones, urchins, stars, sponges, slugs and a host of other lesser-known creatures. Virtually all the animals encountered by snorkelers, divers and beachgoers in Hawaii are here. Hoover provides scientific, common and Hawaiian names for each animal and a wealth of information on its natural history, ecology, cultural importance and even suitability for aquariums.

Hawaii's Sea Creatures: A Guide to Hawaii's Marine Invertebrates, Revised Edition

Science & Math

John Hoover

Biological Sciences

Hawai'i's Underwater Paradise

Travel

United States

Hanauma Bay, on the southeast shore of Oahu, is a partially submerged volcanic crater now thriving with marine life. The inner waters are calm, the fish plentiful and unafraid, and the setting spectacular. This colorful field guide depicts 156 species of marine animals likely to be seen by snorklers in the shallow waters of Hanauma Bay, including vivid parrotfishes, spiny porcupinefishes, the leaping crocodile needlefish and Hawaii's unofficial State Fish, the shy little Humuhumu-nukunuku-apuaa. Sharks, rays, sea turtles, shrimps, crabs, shells and corals are included. Full color photographs are accompanied by descriptions of appearance, habitat, life cycle, habits and interesting anecdotes about each species.

Hanauma Bay: A Marine Guide to Hawaii's Most Popular Nature Preserve

Through the talented lens of underwater photographer John P. Hoover this book presents highlights of Hawaii’s underwater realm. See schools of golden yellow Tangs flowing over the reef, flowerlike corals, Sea Slugs of unbelievable color, Cleaner Shrimps grooming eels, strange nocturnal Lobsters and Frogfishes mimicking sponges. Meet Hawaii’s state fish the Humuhumu-nukunuku-apuaa and watch tiny hermit crabs fight over a shell. Marvel at the incredible camouflage of the Scorpionfish and chuckle at the comical faces of Pufferfish and Flounders. Whether snorkler, diver, or arm-chair traveler, you will enjoy the undersea paradise that is Hawaii.

Rainbow Reefs: Images From Hawaii's Underwater Paradise

Arts & Photography

Photography & Video

John Hoover, Hawaii’s foremost expert of Hawaiian reef fish and author of bestselling Hawaii’s Fishes brings us Reef Fish Hawaii; Waterproof Pocket Guide. Now you can identify the beautiful fish you see while you are diving! The booklet, which identifies over 150 of the most commonly seen fish in Hawaii, is small enough to fit in a pocket or dive bag, has vibrant full-color photos especially formated for underwater viewing. It includes scientific and Hawaiian names as well as a short description of each fish. If you are a divining enthusiast, or a beginner, Reef Fish Hawaii will become an indispensible part of your dive gear!

Reef Fish Hawaii: Waterproof Pocket Guide

Features hundreds of clear underwater photographs and detailed easy-to-read descriptions of 386 fish species, as well as the whales, dolphins, and turtles most often seen in Hawaii. This is the most complete Hawaii field underwater guide.

The Ultimate Guide to Hawaiian Reef Fishes: Sea Turtles, Dolphins, Whales, and Seals

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