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Marine Borers and Wooden Piling in British Columbia (B.C.) Waters - Department of Forestry Publication No. 1138
196668 pages. Annotated bibliography. Printed upon glossy stock. Reproductions of many black and white photos. The indigenous species of marine borer in British Columbia waters are Bankia setacea and Limnoria Lignorum. Since 1960, Limnoria tripunctata and Teredo navalis have been discovered, and are believed to be recent arrivals. The biology of these animals is reviewed. The various methods used to protect marine structures in the nineteenth century are mentioned. Reasons for premature failure are discussed in some details, and good handling and construction practices are recommended. Includes service record of marine structures in British Columbia. - from Summary. Average wear. Unmarked. Top corner of last few pages clipped - text unaffected. Binding intact. A sound copy of this informative work. Book
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