Descriptions Of Species Of Pleistocene Vertebrata, Types Or Specimens Of Most Of Which Are Preserved In The United States National Museum (1921)

By Oliver Perry Hay

Book Overview

""Descriptions Of Species Of Pleistocene Vertebrata, Types Or Specimens Of Most Of Which Are Preserved In The United States National Museum"" is a scientific book written by Oliver Perry Hay and published in 1921. The book provides a comprehensive description of various species of vertebrates that lived during the Pleistocene epoch, which is the geological period that began about 2.6 million years ago and ended approximately 11,700 years ago. The book is divided into different sections, each of which focuses on a specific group of animals, such as mammals, birds, reptiles, and fish. Within each section, Hay describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of various species, using detailed scientific terminology and referencing the specimens that are preserved in the United States National Museum. The book is intended for a scientific audience, particularly those studying the evolutionary history of vertebrates. It provides valuable information on the diversity and distribution of Pleistocene vertebrates, as well as their adaptations to changing environmental conditions. Overall, ""Descriptions Of Species Of Pleistocene Vertebrata, Types Or Specimens Of Most Of Which Are Preserved In The United States National Museum"" is a significant contribution to the field of paleontology and remains a valuable resource for researchers and scholars today.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: 116641843X
• ISBN13: 9781166418434
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 58 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"