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Abalone : The Remarkable History and Uncertain Future of California's Iconic Shellfish /

"From rocky coves at Mendocino and Monterey to San Diego's reefs, abalone have held a cherished place in California culture for millennia. Prized for iridescent shells and delectable meat, these unique shellfish inspired indigenous artisans, bohemian writers, California cuisine, and the po...

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Autor principal: Vileisis, Ann (Autor)
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Corvallis, OR : Oregon State University Press, 2020.
Colección:Book collections on Project MUSE.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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  • Introduction: A mollusk with charisma
  • A storied shell (70 million years BP-1850)
  • The abalone century (1850-1962)
  • Scarcity (1939-1985)
  • Crisis (1980-1997)
  • Imperiled (1997-2019)
  • Conclusion: Poised at the brink.