"The Shark-Watcher's Handbook covers everything you need to know about sharks and shark-watching: the history, techniques, risks, and controversies; a thorough overview of shark natural history and biology; the many threats facing sharks and how snorkellers and divers can help; and even how to get good shark photographs safely. There is also an extensive, fully illustrated directory of the twenty-four species most commonly encountered by shark-watchers. Each entry includes important information on natural history, classification, diet, reproduction, behavior, and range; and there are special sections on identification, the potential danger to divers, and good places for a close encounter.". "The book includes the first detailed directory of more than 250 of the world's shark-watching hotspots, with a detailed description of each site and information on everything from the species most likely to be seen and the best time of year to visit to contact details for further information and travel notes."--BOOK JACKET.