Guide to Marine Invertebrates: Alaska to Baja California

This is a beautiful full-color field guide describing 253 species of inshore, subtidal marine invertebrates that are commonly observed by biologists, divers and naturalists from the Gulf of Alaska to Central Baja California. Each species is illustrated with a color photo and has a narrative which includes habitat, identification, depth and geographic range and size.

Dan Gotshall is a marine biologist with 34 years research experience with the California Department of Fish and Game. He retired in 1988. Dan is also a professional underwater photographer; his photos have appeared in numerous books, magazines and newspapers; and have also been used in displays at aquariums and museums. His publications include over 50 scientific reports on Pacific Coast fishes and invertebrates. Dan has also authored and co-authored eight books. Dan and his wife own the publishing company Sea Challengers, Inc. based in Monterey, California.