Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises

by Mark Carwardine

Published 15 September 1992

A new edition of the clearest, most authoritative guide to whales, dolphins and porpoises you will find

From the Common Dolphin to the Killer Whale, discover the world's cetaceans.

Over 900 incredible photos, annotations and detailed descriptions highlighting chief characteristics and distinguishing marks will help you to identify different whale, dolphin or porpoise species quickly and easily. Covers everything, from how to find them and where to look, to how to tell one species from another and interpret their different behaviours.

Perfect for nature lovers and pocket-sized so you can take it anywhere.


For beginners and established enthusiasts alike the Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Whales Dolphins and Porpoises explains where in the world to look for cetaceans how to find them how to tell one species from another and how to interpret their different forms of behaviour. A visual colour key at the front of the book aids immediate identification in the wild then guides you to the detailed species entry.