Arachnida: The Fauna Of British India, Including Ceylon And Burma (1900)

By Reginald Innes Pocock

Book Overview

Arachnida: The Fauna Of British India, Including Ceylon And Burma (1900) is a comprehensive guide to the arachnid species found in the region of British India, which includes present-day India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka (Ceylon) and Myanmar (Burma). The book was written by Reginald Innes Pocock, a British zoologist and arachnologist who was an expert in the study of arachnids. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an introduction to the arachnid fauna of the region, including their classification, anatomy, and behavior. Pocock also discusses the geographical distribution of arachnids and their habitats in British India, Ceylon, and Burma. The second part of the book is a detailed description of the different arachnid species found in the region. The book covers a wide range of arachnid species, including spiders, scorpions, ticks, mites, and harvestmen. Pocock provides a detailed description of each species, including their physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat. He also includes illustrations of each species, which are helpful for identification purposes. Arachnida: The Fauna Of British India, Including Ceylon And Burma (1900) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of arachnids, particularly those found in the region of British India. The book is written in a clear and concise style and is accessible to both experts and non-experts alike. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the biodiversity of the region and the study of arachnids.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: 1163903930
• ISBN13: 9781163903933
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"