An Annotated Catalogue of Shells of the Genus Partula in the Hartman Collection Belonging to the Carnegie Museum (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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The specimens, like all the shells in the Hartman collection, are mounted on tablets. Besides the labels on the face of the tablets there are frequently notes, of greater or less importance, on the back some times the original label is pasted to the card and in a number of in stances the shells are accompanied by photographs. There are also several mounted photographs of types etc. Which are not now in the collection, some photographic negatives, and nine water - color draw ings, by E. A. Smith, of types in the British Museum.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a detailed analysis of Partula, a genus of snails endemic to the Society Islands of French Polynesia. The author's treatment of the subject is unique, making it a reference point for other works on the subject. It is of interest to both malacologists and evolutionary biologists, as it covers the historical context, geographical distribution, ecology, taxonomy, and systematics of Partula. The book also discusses topics including variation in shell morphology, fluctuating populations, extinction, and conservation of species. It examines the process of adaptive radiation within the genus, shedding light on the scientific understanding of the impact of geographical isolation on the diversification of life. The author includes drawings, photographs, and descriptions of each species, along with information on their collection, distribution, and ecological status. 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 # 9781333747664_0
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