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Easter Island (Rapanui) is the most remote inhabited island in the Pacific Ocean and the easternmost in Oceania. Much has been written on the origin of its first inhabitants and the enormous stone statues they carved and erected, but little exists on the islands biota. Knowing that very few species of fishes had been reported for Easter Island, John Randall went there in 1969, with the support of the National Geographic Society, to study the fish fauna. He was joined during revisits in 1988 and 1989 by the islands medical doctor, Alfredo Cea. They published the Rapanui names of fishes in 1984.The total number of Easter Island shore fishes to a depth of 200 meters is only 139 species. However, an astounding 21.7 percent are known only from the island, second only to the Hawaiian Islands in the percentage of endemic fishes. Fortyfour new species of fishes have been described, of which 25 are in scientific papers by Randall or by Randall and coauthors. Shore Fishes of Easter Island puts all of these fishes in one beautifully illustrated book with introductory chapters (Historical Review, Zoogeography, Marine Conservation, Materials and Methods).
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Shore Fishes of Easter Island'? A: 'Shore Fishes of Easter Island' primarily focuses on the fish fauna of Easter Island, documenting 139 species of shore fishes found in the region, including a significant number of endemic species.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by John E. Randall, a noted ichthyologist who conducted extensive research on the fish species of Easter Island.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel for readers.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Shore Fishes of Easter Island'? A: 'Shore Fishes of Easter Island' contains 176 pages, filled with detailed illustrations and informative content.
- Q: When was 'Shore Fishes of Easter Island' published? A: The book was published on August 31, 2011.
- Q: What unique features does this book offer? A: The book includes beautifully illustrated descriptions of various fish species, along with introductory chapters covering historical reviews, zoogeography, and marine conservation.
- Q: Are there any new species discussed in this book? A: Yes, 'Shore Fishes of Easter Island' discusses 44 new species of fishes, with significant contributions from John Randall and coauthors.
- Q: Is this book suitable for both casual readers and researchers? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible for casual readers interested in marine life, while also providing detailed scientific information valuable for researchers.
- Q: What makes the fishes of Easter Island unique? A: Approximately 21.7 percent of the fishes documented in this book are endemic to Easter Island, making it a significant location for biodiversity, second only to the Hawaiian Islands.
- Q: Can this book be used for educational purposes? A: Absolutely, 'Shore Fishes of Easter Island' serves as an excellent resource for educational purposes, especially for studies related to marine biology and conservation.