Written by a marine biologist and illustrated in colour by a prizewinning underwater photographer,
Coastal Fishes of the Pacific Northwest
identifies each fish by its common name and is illustrated with full-colour photographs and labelled sketches. Special sections present catching tips for anglers and commercial fishermen; location hints for divers, beachcombers and pleasure boaters; and cooking ideas for seafood gourmets. The information included in these sections provides a brief but detailed description of each fish's habitat, physical characteristics and behaviour—everything that a fisherman or an amateur naturalist needs to know!