This book addresses the needs of professional and amateurtaxonomists on the subject of
ascidians in Asia. This is the first book of itskind and features color illustrations done by
the authors in Asia. This bookprovides a brief overview of ascidians in addition to both the
taxonomy anddistribution of ascidians along India's southern coast. It also opens a newarena
for marine researchers in the field of ascidians in Asia. This book isthe outcome of the
authors' 15 years of research experience in the field ofascidians making it very helpful for
researchers coastal planners portauthorities and the proper management of coastal thermal
plants and atomicpower plants.
