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Book Synopsis: This fascinating nonfiction picture book filled with stunning illustrations details the end of life for a whale, also known as a whale fall, when its body sinks to the ocean floor and becomes an energy-rich food source for organisms living in the deep sea.
When a whale dies, its massive body silently sinks down, down, through the inky darkness, finally coming to rest on the silty seafloor. For the whale, it's the end of a 70-year-long life. But for a little-known community of deep-sea dwellers, it's a new beginning. First come the hungry hagfish, which can smell the whale from miles around. Then the sleeper sharks begin their prowl, feasting on skin and blubber. After about six months, the meat is gone. Year after year, decade after decade, the whale nourishes all kinds of organisms from zombie worms to squat lobsters to deep-sea microbes.
This completely fascinating real-life phenomenon is brought to vivid and poetic life by nonfiction master Melissa Stewart and acclaimed illustrator Rob Dunlavey.
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Experience the awe-inspiring journey of a whale's afterlife with Whale Fall: Exploring an Ocean-Floor Ecosystem. This captivating nonfiction picture book takes you on a deep-sea adventure like no other, filled with stunning illustrations that will transport you to the mysterious depths of the ocean.
Delve into the mesmerizing tale of a whale's final chapter, known as a whale fall, where its majestic body transforms into a bountiful feast for deep-sea organisms. Witness the remarkable cycle of life as the whale's remains become a vital source of energy for creatures living in the hidden realms of the ocean floor.
Uncover the secrets of the deep sea as you journey alongside the ravenous hagfish, capable of detecting the scent of a fallen whale from miles away. Feel the thrill as sleeper sharks prowl, indulging in the whale's succulent skin and blubber. Watch in awe as an entire ecosystem thrives, sustained by the whale's nourishing presence year after year.
Prepare to be enchanted by the enthralling storytelling of nonfiction master Melissa Stewart and the mesmerizing illustrations from acclaimed artist Rob Dunlavey. Together, they bring this captivating phenomenon to life, capturing the beauty, intrigue, and poetic essence of the ocean's hidden world.
Embark on an extraordinary journey beneath the waves with Whale Fall: Exploring an Ocean-Floor Ecosystem. Discover the wonders of the deep sea and explore a realm seldom seen by human eyes. Order your copy today and be captivated by the extraordinary life cycle that unfolds beneath the surface. Get yours here!
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