Author(s): Gerald R. Allen; Roger Swainston (Illustrator); Jill Ruse (Illustrator)

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This is the revised and expanded fifth edition of a book that is the standard reference work for divers, anglers and scientists. It covers over 1,670 fish species found in the tropical seas of Southeast Asia, the South Pacific islands and Australia (including the Great Barrier Reef), Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines. All 1,670 fish species are depicted in detailed, full-color plates by noted marine artists Roger Swainston and Jill Ruse. Over 36 additional species are illustrated in this new edition, the illustrations in many cases show both male and female examples. Book jacket.