Contribution Towards The Knowledge Of Indian Arachnoidea (1869)

By Ferdinan Stoliczka

Book Overview

Contribution Towards The Knowledge Of Indian Arachnoidea is a book written by Ferdinand Stoliczka in 1869. The book is a comprehensive study of the arachnids found in India, including spiders, scorpions, and ticks. Stoliczka was a Czech-born naturalist who worked for the Geological Survey of India, and he spent several years collecting and studying arachnids in various parts of the country. The book contains detailed descriptions of over 200 species of arachnids, including their physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat. Stoliczka also includes illustrations of many of the species, as well as maps showing their distribution throughout India. In addition to the scientific descriptions, Stoliczka also includes anecdotes and observations about the arachnids he encountered during his travels. He describes the hunting techniques of spiders, the venom of scorpions, and the role of ticks in transmitting diseases to humans and animals. Overall, Contribution Towards The Knowledge Of Indian Arachnoidea is an important work of early arachnology, providing valuable insights into the diversity and ecology of Indian arachnids. It remains a valuable resource for researchers and enthusiasts interested in these fascinating creatures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166419096
• ISBN13: 9781166419097
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 62 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"