A classic periodical for conchologists and natural history readers, this volume collects a year’s worth of field notes, species descriptions, and scholarly observations.
It blends rigorous shells research with practical notes from collectors, making it a valuable reference and a window into late 19th‑century malacology.
The Nautilus, Volume V, May 1891 to April 1892, offers detailed descriptions of freshwater and marine mollusks, including new species notes, distribution updates, and critical discussions of classification. Readers will find original species accounts, observations on shell habitats, and historical notes that illuminate the science of the era. It also features donor listings, meeting notes, and columns that connect collectors with researchers and institutions.
What you’ll experience
- Formal species descriptions and taxonomic remarks from prominent conchologists
- Regional notes on Unionidę from Arkansas, Texas, and other localities
- Practical commentary on edible mollusks and everyday observations from the field
- Collector-focused features, notes, and exchanges that tie the science to real-world study
Ideal for readers of conchology, malacology, and natural history who want a window into the methods, debates, and discoveries of the period.