List of the Shells of the Canaries in the Collection of the British Museum (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

British Museum

 
9780428195939: List of the Shells of the Canaries in the Collection of the British Museum (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore the Canary Islands through their shells.

This catalog gathers the shells in the British Museum’s collection, offering a detailed, organized view of Canarian marine mollusks.

The volume presents an extensive cross-section of species, arranged by gastropods, bivalves, and related groups. It includes numerous entries with plate references and historical notes on specimens, making it a practical reference for researchers and shell enthusiasts alike.

  • Comprehensive taxonomic entries covering many families and genera.
  • Systematic organization by major groups, with plate illustrations and specimen notes.
  • An appendix detailing additional observations from the MacAndrew collection and geographical distribution context.
  • Historical context about the collection and its contribution to knowledge of the North Atlantic mollusk fauna.

Ideal for readers of natural history, conchology, and museum cataloging who want a grounded, field- and collection‑based resource.

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