Springer Ecology of Teleost Fishes: 24 (Fish & Fisheries Series)

Explore the vast world of teleost fishes with this second edition from the Springer Fish & Fisheries Series. Teleost fishes represent nearly half of all known vertebrate species, living in almost every aquatic system on Earth. This book provides a deep look into their diverse ways of life and their role in supporting global aquaculture, commercial fisheries, and subsistence fishing systems. This updated and rewritten volume maintains the structure of the first edition while providing fresh insights. It focuses on how individual fish respond to their environments and how these responses affect the larger populations and communities they inhabit. Whether you are studying aquatic biology or managing fisheries, this text offers a comprehensive look at one of the most significant groups of vertebrates in our planet's ecosystems.