Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises of North America

The ultimate illustrated field guide for watching whales, dolphins, and porpoises in North America--practical, portable, comprehensive, and up to date

This outstanding field guide covers all 54 species and every subspecies of whale, dolphin, and porpoise that occur off the coasts of North America. It is packed with more than 450 illustrations featuring detailed annotations pointing out important field marks. It also features up-to-date distribution maps and concise text that includes helpful identification tips and information about everything from dive sequences to population sizes. Beautifully designed to ensure quick access to essential identification information, this is a must-have guide for every whale watcher in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

• Covers all 54 species and every subspecies of whale, dolphin, and porpoise
• Features more than 450 illustrations with detailed annotations pointing out important field marks
• Includes concise text, distribution maps, and other information to aid quick, reliable identification

Author: Mark Carwardine
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 02/10/2026
Pages: 208
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9780691282701

About the Author
Mark Carwardine is a zoologist, bestselling author, TV and radio presenter, wildlife photographer, whale-watch operator, and an active and outspoken conservationist who has a special interest in cetaceans. His TV series include BBC's Last Chance to See with the actor Stephen Fry, and for many years Carwardine presented the weekly half-hour program Nature on BBC Radio 4. Carwardine has written more than 50 books on wildlife and conservation, including Mark Carwardine's Guide to Whale Watching in North America and the Handbook of Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises.