Explore the National Museum’s barnacle treasure with this authoritative reference.
The Barnacles (Cirripedia) contained in the collections of the U. S. National Museum offers a comprehensive, research‑oriented look at a major group of crustaceans, updated through the early 20th century.
This nonfiction work provides a monographic survey of key barnacle groups, including detailed classification, genera and species accounts, and extensive illustration. It combines historical context with systematic keys, fostering a clear path from broad family groups to individual forms, backed by plates and figures that support identification and study.
- In‑depth taxonomic keys and genus‑level organization for quick reference and learning.
- Extensive illustrations and plates that aid visual comparison and species recognition.
- Framing of taxonomy within the museum’s collections, with notes on classification and structure.
- A historical perspective on the Bulletin series and the approach to documenting large zoological groups.
Ideal for readers of natural history and those studying cirripedes, taxonomy, or museum collections.