Tertiary Mammalian Faunas Of The Mohave Desert (1919)

By John C. Merriam

Book Overview

Tertiary Mammalian Faunas Of The Mohave Desert is a book written by John Campbell Merriam and originally published in 1919. The book provides a detailed account of the mammalian fossils found in the Mohave Desert region of California during the Tertiary period, which spans from 65 million to 2.6 million years ago. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the Tertiary mammalian faunas of the Mohave Desert. The first chapter provides a general introduction to the region and its geological history, while the subsequent chapters delve into the different types of mammals that lived in the area during this time period. Merriam provides detailed descriptions of the various species of mammals found in the Mohave Desert, including rodents, carnivores, ungulates, and primates. He also discusses the ecological and environmental factors that may have influenced the evolution and distribution of these animals. Overall, Tertiary Mammalian Faunas Of The Mohave Desert is a valuable resource for researchers and enthusiasts interested in the prehistoric fauna of California and the broader Western United States. The book is filled with detailed illustrations and photographs of the fossils, making it an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in paleontology, geology, or natural history.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: 1166959783
• ISBN13: 9781166959784
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 162 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.5" x 9.3"