An Illustrated and Descriptive Catalogue of Recent Bivalve Shells, Forming an Appendix to the Index Testaceologicus [By W. Wood]

By Sylvanus Hanley and Hanley Sylvanus 1819-1899

Book Overview

"An Illustrated and Descriptive Catalogue of Recent Bivalve Shells" is a meticulously detailed appendix to the "Index Testaceologicus," offering a comprehensive overview of bivalve shells. Authored by Sylvanus Hanley and W. Wood, this catalogue provides both illustrations and descriptions, making it an invaluable resource for naturalists, zoologists, and collectors. The book showcases a wide array of bivalve species, contributing significantly to the scientific understanding of molluscan life. This historical work remains essential for anyone studying the classification and diversity of bivalves, capturing a moment in the history of zoological study and shell collecting.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1142718719
• ISBN13: 9781142718718
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 496 Pages
• Weight: 1.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.1" x 9.2"