Description
125 animals and algae of the Catalan coast
Book summary
This practical and visual field guide will allow you to identify the most common and representative marine species of the Catalan coastline. Featuring scale plates, the book includes 125 animals and algae found on beaches, rocky shores, and the seabed, offering a useful tool for both diving enthusiasts and families discovering marine life. An essential work for naming the treasures that the sea deposits on the coast.
What is it about?
The book presents a selection of 125 species of animals and algae from the Catalan coast, grouped into illustrated plates at the same scale to facilitate comparison and identification. The guide covers everything from large beaches and bays to cliffs and coves, as well as lagoons and seagrass meadows, reflecting the diversity of the country's marine habitats. Each species is shown clearly, designed to be recognized during coastal walks, freediving immersions, or children's explorations. In addition, the text includes recommendations for respectful observation of the marine environment.
Main topics
- Identification of marine species of the Catalan coast
- Illustrated field guide with scale plates
- Diversity of coastal habitats: beaches, rocky shores, seagrass meadows, and lagoons
- Responsible observation of marine fauna and flora
- Introduction to marine life for enthusiasts and families
Who is it recommended for?
This guide is ideal for nature lovers who want to identify marine species during coastal walks, scuba divers and freedivers looking for a quick field tool, families with children discovering marine life on beaches and rocks, and anyone interested in the coastal biodiversity of Catalonia.
What does this book provide?
- Facilitates visual identification thanks to scale plates that compare similar species.
- Offers a representative selection of the most common species of the Catalan coast, avoiding excessive information.
- Encourages an attitude of respect and care towards the marine environment during observation.
- Provides a practical and portable tool for trips to the countryside or the beach.
Technical data sheet
- Author: Ballesteros Sagarra, Enric
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: BIRDS (ORNITHOLOGY)
- Collection: MINI FIELD GUIDE
- Binding: Paperback
- Number of pages: 16
- Weight: 32 g
Editorial review
This mini-guide stands out for its practicality and accessibility, offering a visual and manageable tool for identifying marine species on the Catalan coast. The selection of common species and the scale plates make it especially useful for beginners and families, although its brief format limits the depth of information. Recommended for field trips and playful learning, it effectively fulfills its function as a quick identification guide.