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The author begs those who may use this work to begin by taking apart one specimen of each species to be studied then find the genus by the Key on page xxviii. After a certain amount of practice the genus may be' ascertained by removing valves vii and viii only but guessing it from the external features is in most cases uncertain and unscientific. As a rule, Chitons tell no secrets to those who will not take the trouble to disarticulate them.
It is hoped that describers of new species will hereafter state the generic characters of their novelties. It is as rational to describe a bivalve without examining its hinge-teeth, as to notice the outside only of a Chiton.
The synonymy is believed to be practically exhaustive, except that useless references to mere lists giving no new information are omitted.
Attention should here be directed to the new theories of the origin of important structures of shell and girdle, given on pp. Ix, xii; to the original system of classification (p. Xxiii), and the phylogenies (pp. Xxvii, xxviii).
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, the definitive work on Chitons, or coat-of-mail shells, offers researchers and collectors an exhaustive study of a diverse marine invertebrate group. Chitons are recognizable by their eight overlapping, plate-like shells. The author, an acknowledged expert in conchology, has spent many years meticulously examining hundreds of Chiton species, resulting in a systematic classification of these ancient and ecologically vital creatures. This latest edition includes numerous illustrations and descriptions of newly discovered species. The author describes the fascinating anatomy, evolutionary history, and ecological significance of Chitons, including their remarkable adaptation to a wide range of environments. The book is a comprehensive resource, providing historical notes, a global species list, and an insightful exploration of the extensive fossil record of Chitons. Chitons, though often overlooked, are an indispensable component of healthy marine ecosystems, and are increasingly threatened by human activity. By shedding light on these unique animals, this book contributes to ongoing conservation efforts and highlights the urgent need to protect our oceans and their inhabitants. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331945819_0
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