Discover the incredible diversity of life within our seas and learn how we can all play a role in protecting and conserving it. Our seas are home to an abundance of fascinating creatures and stunning habitats. From spectacular kelp forests to intricate rocky reefs and from mud plains to open ocean, the British Isles have a diversity of marine ecosystems that rival those seen on any nature documentary. Yet, for generations, we have been slowly suffocating life beneath the waves. Decades of unsustainable exploitation, endless pollution and a warming climate have had a devastating effect on our marine habitats. However, it's not too late to make a difference and change course. Written in collaboration with the Wildlife Trusts, Britain's Living Seas provides a user-friendly and richly illustrated guide to coasts around the British Isles, uncovering the diversity of life within a range of marine habitats and the life-giving services that they provide us. Outlining how their very existence is under threat, marine biologist Hannah Rudd presents an alternative and sustainable future for the management of our seas. We can all do our bit as individuals too. Through practical steps such as re-thinking what we eat, our relationship with plastic and how we spend our money, we can become marine conservationists in our everyday lives and help to create a healthier future for our oceans. Everyone can discover more about the wonders within the waters that surround us and play a part in rebuilding our connection with the natural world.

Discover the incredible diversity of life within our seas and learn how we can all play a role in protecting and conserving it

About the Author
Hannah Rudd is a marine biologist and writer specialising in shark science. Growing up on the Essex coast, she has always been infatuated with the sea, and currently works with recreational anglers in the UK gathering data on UK shark species through the collaborative group Shark Hub UK. Hannah has also been active in marine conservation overseas, with extended periods of work based in the Maldives and South Africa.

Reviews
For too long, pollution and environmental change have been suffocating the life beneath the waves and this book can help us to do our bit to protect it. * Countryman *
Accessible and bursting with wonder, Britain's Living Seas is an important reference resource and companion for anyone interested in a wilder world. * Sophie Pavelle, BBC Countryfile *
Richly illustrated with high-quality photographs, this book is a pleasure to read. * Outdoor Photography *
Clear presentation, copious illustrations and 'spotters guide' features ... make this an excellent gift. * Yachting Monthly *



Book Information
ISBN 9781472988492
Author Hannah Rudd
Format Paperback
Page Count 160
Imprint Bloomsbury Wildlife
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC