Two Oceans: A guide to the marine life of southern Africa

by L. E. Beckley

This unrivalled field guide covers over 1,400 species of the most common forms of marine life that inhabit our coasts—including the invertebrates, fish, reptiles, mammals birds and plants. The book documents a selection of these, concentrating on the most frequently encountered species living in the intertidal zone and in shallow subtidal waters that can readily be explored by scuba divers.

There is a particular focus on open-coast beaches and rocky shores, and aquatic estuarine animals and plants are also covered. Fish that are commonly seen in tidal pools or by divers, or those frequently caught by angers are included, as are smaller rock-pool fish. It will meet the needs of scientists, students, fishermen, scuba divers and beachcombers alike, encapsulating current knowledge and enabling the identification of diverse species, from
sponges to whales and from seaweeds to mangroves.

359 pages, Paperback

First published November 30, 2007

Reviews

[Clare · Rating 4 out of 5]

Two Oceans is one of the better known guides to South African marine life, and rightly so. It is illustrated with photographs of the creatures and plants in their natural habitats, and has been through several editions. The latest one is greatly expanded, with more user-friendly contents pages. I use this book a lot; I would recommend it as a first or second purchast for a Capetonian diver. My full review is here: http://www.learntodivetoday.co.za/blo...