Richard C. Brusca Boeken

Surveys the thirty-four phyla of animal invertebrates, describing the organic systems, body plans, and phylogeny of the organisms.

Focusing on the Gulf of California, this edited volume presents interdisciplinary insights from Mexican and U.S. scientists to highlight the region's extraordinary biodiversity. It explores the various threats facing this unique ecosystem and discusses strategies for its protection. The book aims to serve as a comprehensive model for understanding the complexities of the Gulf's environment and the ongoing efforts to conserve it.