J. D. McPhail

J. D. McPhail is professor emeritus of the Native Fish Research Group in the Department of Zoology at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver.

Freshwater Fishes of British Columbia, The

J. D. McPhail

The threat of deteriorating habitats and a loss of biodiversity makes this reference work on the freshwater fishes of British Columbia more necessary than ever before. Eighty-one comprehensive species accounts aid accurate identification and consist of an illustration, the scientific and common names of the fish, distinguishing characteristics, taxonomic comments, geographic distribution, a life- history summary, a habitat-use summary, and conservation comments. The book is a critical resource for biologists, naturalists, management and conservation officers, anglers, and members of the public who are concerned about our natural heritage.

University of Alberta Press