John Culliney facts for kids
John L. Culliney is an American biologist and a retired professor. He taught biology and marine biology at Hawaii Pacific University. He is known for his work on marine life and Hawaiian plants.
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About John L. Culliney
John L. Culliney studied at Yale and Duke universities. He earned a special degree called a doctorate in zoology, which is the study of animals. Since 1978, he has taught about biology and marine science in Hawai‘i. He has written several books about different topics. These topics include the ocean floor off North America and how to grow native Hawaiian plants. Today, he lives on the island of Hawaii.
Books and Writings
John L. Culliney has written many books and articles. His writings often focus on nature, especially the ocean and the unique environment of Hawaii.
Books for Young Explorers
He has written books that help people learn about nature and the ocean.
- ISLANDS IN A FAR SEA: The Fate of Nature in Hawai`i (Revised Edition, 2006): This book talks about nature in Hawaii and what might happen to it.
- A NATIVE HAWAIIAN GARDEN: How to Grow and Care for Island Plants (1999): He wrote this book with B.P. Koebele. It teaches you how to grow plants that are native to Hawaii.
- EXPLORING UNDERWATER: The Sierra Club Guide to Scuba and Snorkeling (1980): This book, written with E.S. Crockett, is a guide for people who want to explore underwater by scuba diving or snorkeling.
- THE FORESTS OF THE SEA: Life and Death on the Continental Shelf (1977): This book explores the amazing life found on the continental shelf, which is the edge of a continent under the sea.
Marine Biology Research
John L. Culliney also wrote many scientific articles about marine biology. These articles were published in professional journals. His research often focused on tiny sea creatures. For example, he studied shipworms, which are small animals that bore into wood in the ocean. He also researched giant scallops and how they grow. His work helped scientists understand more about marine life and how it lives in the ocean.
Essays and Reviews
Besides books and scientific papers, John L. Culliney wrote essays and reviews. These shorter pieces often shared his thoughts on nature and science. He wrote essays about Hawaii's National Parks, like "Haleakala" and "Hawaii Volcanoes." He also wrote reviews of other books about marine life, such as sharks and coral reefs.
