{"product_id":"dolphins-of-hilton-head-cara-m-gubbins-9781570034589","title":"Dolphins of Hilton Head: Their Natural History","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOne population of a truly fascinating species\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Dolphins of Hilton Head \u003c\/i\u003eintroduces readers to the unique population of bottlenose dolphins that inhabits the warm water and brackish salt marshes of South Carolina's inland coastal waterways. Drawing on years of research in Hilton Head and the latest discoveries of scientists throughout the world, Cara Gubbins describes this atypical habitat and explains how the distinctive behaviors of Hilton Head dolphins distinguish them from other populations. She identifies their particular behavior patterns, vocalizations, behavioral ecology, and local traditions. Gubbins also offers practical suggestions on how best to view and understand these animals while visiting the island.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFraming her study with a general overview of dolphins and their habits, Gubbins explores the natural history, ecology, and evolution of free-ranging Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in South Carolina. She compares this population with others throughout the world to reveal the South Carolina dolphins' innovative foraging techniques, novel social system, and unconventional habitat use patterns. Gubbins debunks widely held myths about the animals, addresses conservation issues that will affect their future in South Carolina waters, and discusses environmental problems that threaten them worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile Gubbins looks specifically at the dolphins of Hilton Head, her guide helps readers understand these animals throughout the world. She offers advice not only for spotting dolphins but also for interpreting such specific behaviors as feeding, socializing, resting, traveling, and communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Cara M. Gubbins\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1570034583\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781570034589\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e University of South Carolina Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/31\/2002\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 96\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.35lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.14h x 5.98w x 0.32d","brand":"Cara M. Gubbins","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":43986965004543,"sku":"9781570034589","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_c42d6de7-4ada-4b59-ae1b-ec9bb44f9edb.jpg?v=1683286204","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/dolphins-of-hilton-head-cara-m-gubbins-9781570034589","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}