1973 Marine Fishes of the North Pacific
DESCRIPTION
This colorful vintage educational chart illustrates and identifies many of the most recognizable marine fishes inhabiting the cold waters of the North Pacific Ocean.
Produced as both an identification guide and educational reference by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in 1978, the poster combines scientific accuracy with bold graphic design, creating a display equally suited for classrooms, marinas, fisheries, and coastal homes.
The work presents dozens of carefully rendered fish species suspended within a vibrant underwater scene. Each specimen is illustrated in natural coloration and accompanied by a numbered key identifying both common and scientific names. Featured species include Pacific salmon, halibut, lingcod, sablefish, tuna, sturgeon, sharks, rays, rockfish, cod, flatfish, and numerous commercially important food fishes that have shaped the fisheries of Alaska, British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, and Northern California.
Above the waterline, sailboats drift peacefully before a snow-capped volcanic peak, providing a distinctly Pacific Northwest setting that contrasts beautifully with the rich marine life below. The artwork balances scientific illustration with an inviting decorative quality, making the poster attractive even to those without a particular interest in ichthyology.
CONDITION
1200 W. 35th Street #425 Chicago, IL 60609 | P: (312) 496 - 3622