Dive into an amazing underwater world with this extraordinary visual encyclopedia. With profiles on many different types of sharks, plus jellyfish, tropical fish, whales and other amazing sea creatures, this guide is perfect for children working on a school project, or simply the ocean obsessed! This comprehensive, full-color, hardback encyclopedia presents in-depth information in a way that is engaging and accessible to young readers. Detailed fact-boxes summarize the key characteristics of each creature, from tiger sharks to sea cucumbers. This title includes stunning photographs and easy-to-follow information about the anatomy and behavior of sea creatures, and is sure to intrigue and amuse children aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus New Encyclopedia series uses stunning photography, fabulous facts and useful diagrams to introduce a variety of subjects - from the animal kingdom to world geography. Great to dip into, these reference guides are a staple for any child's bookshelf.