Australia's Spectacular Cowries: A Review and Field Study of Two Endemic Genera--Zoila and Umbilia

Wilson, Barry; Clarkson, Peter

ISBN 10: 0966172027 / ISBN 13: 9780966172027

Published by Odyssey Publishing, 2004

Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 56436076-6

Synopsis:

This comprehensive volume is designed as a practical handbook for marine biologists, divers, shell collectors, students and naturalists. Covering 10 species of the endemic Australian genera Zoila and Umbilia, "Australia's Spectacular Cowries" offers an impressive collation of information on the variation, distribution, habitats, living and fossil history of these popular and beautiful marine animals. Most of the species in these groups are characterised by extreme variability in shell form and colour pattern. With photographs of over 600 shell specimens, each of the known variations of every species is illustrated in full colour. The book also includes detailed distribution maps and more then 250 photographs of the animals in their natural habitats. "Australia's Spectacular Cowries" is a concise, easy-to-read guide to these endemic Australian cowries. Over 7 years of research went into producing this joint publication by Dr. Barry Wilson and Peter Clarkson, with superb results! The book discusses and illustrates the fabulous Zoila and Umbilia Cowries of Australia . Among several hundred additional colour photos are many amazing shots of living animals in their natural habitat. Exact location data and details on the specific host sponges and unusual habitats for these rare and elusive shells are frequently included. Additional information offers 22 coloured distribution maps plus extensive glossary, bibliography and helpful index of scientific names. A beautifully and lavishly illustrated book on these lovely shells and surely a must-have choice for every Cowrie or Zoila collector.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Australia's Spectacular Cowries: A Review ...
Publisher: Odyssey Publishing
Publication Date: 2004
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good