Cetacean Societies: Field Studies of Dolphins and Whales

This book explores the history of cetacean behavioral research and methodology and reviews information on four of the most studied species: Bottlenose Dolphin, Killer Whale, Sperm Whales and Humpback Whale. Excellent summaries of major topics, including group living, male and female reproductive strategies, communication, and conservation, drawn from comparative research on a wide range of species. Appendices cover cetacean phylogeny, evolution, and taxonomy.