encyclopedia of our living oceans
climb aboard a research center and learn about the dolphins turtles plankton and other organisms that call the open seas home . dive into the abyss to explore recently discovered underwater oases . a boat ride or walk along the shore reveals the distinct ecosystems on rocky and sandy coasts . this comprehensive resource includes articles on the history of oceanography marine biodiversity and the unique plants and animals that inhabit two-thirds of the planet . the oceans come alive with videos photos text and interviews with marine specialists . a whale-load of information ! in-depth information about whales and many other species . protect underwater treasures ! understanding the human impact on coral reefs and their inhabitants will inspire and teach students how to preserve delicate ecosystems . follow in the wake of famous oceanographers ! eight world-renowned scientists present the latest research and pose questions for further investigation . created under the scientific direction of unesco and the national museum of natural history ( paris ) 16 in-depth articles 450 photos 175 marine fact sheets 100 species profiles 3d animations 45 minutes of videos system requirements for windows windows 98 me 2000 xp pentium ii 75 mhz or faster processor 32 mb ram 10 mb free hard disk space 640x480 monitor 16-bit color 16-bit sound card & speakers 4x cd-rom drive