Excerpt from Manual of Conchology, Structural and Systemic, Vol. 5: With Illustrations of the Species
Species, While organisms apparently quite diverse may be treated as varieties, simply because they are united by a series of intermediate forms.
In cases Where I have no specimen of a species, I have given a translation of the original diagnosis, followed by the name of the author from whom it is taken, together with any additional inform ation I have been able to obtain concerning it.
Anatomical details have been omitted because the preceding vol umes of Helix lack them. Under these circumstances it is more convenient to present all of this part of the subject in one place. The final volume treating of Helices will therefore contain besides other matter, a résumé of the anatomy of each subgenus of the Helices. Collectors having either fresh or alcoholic material for sale or exchange are invited to correspond with the author.
In the preparation of the present volume the author has been peculiarly fortunate in the Opportunities for study afforded by a collection of West Indian Land shells perhaps the largest in exist ence; the extensive collections of robert swift and of A. D. Brown having in recent years been united to the already large suites received by the Academy from poey, arango, bland, wright, redfield, and other workers in this fauna.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. Delve into the captivating world of West Indian land shells through this comprehensive guide. The author meticulously details the intricacies of the Helices genus and its diverse species. From the intricately banded Hemitochus varians to the more subdued H. gilva, the book illuminates their variations in form, color, and habitat. Exploring the complexities of taxonomy and nomenclature, the author sheds light on the challenges of classifying these fascinating creatures. The dynamic interplay between species differentiation and the presence of intermediate forms complicates the task, yet the author navigates these complexities with expertise. Discover the incredible diversity of West Indian land shells, their intricate beauty, and the ongoing debates surrounding their classification. This book is an indispensable resource for naturalists, shell collectors, and anyone captivated by the wonders of nature. 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. Codice articolo 9781332303687_0
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