This book explores the Limnead freshwater univalve shells of North America. Focusing on the genera Limnea, Physa, Planorbis, and Amphipeplea, the author provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of each species, including their geographic distribution and habitat. The book also delves into the natural history of these mollusks, examining their soft parts, feeding habits, and reproductive strategies. The author draws on the latest research to present a comprehensive overview of the subject, making this book an invaluable resource for malacologists, ecologists, and anyone interested in the diversity of aquatic life.
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Excerpt from A Monograph of the Limniades and Other Freshwater Univalve Shells of North America
Shell conoid, whirls convex, modifying the spiral cavity: aperture ovate or subrotund, widest anteriorly, the margins united, sharp, and never reflected: aperture closed with a thin corneous Opercle, of which the lines of increase are generally concentric.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the Limnead freshwater univalve shells of North America. Focusing on the genera Limnea, Physa, Planorbis, and Amphipeplea, the author provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of each species, including their geographic distribution and habitat. The book also delves into the natural history of these mollusks, examining their soft parts, feeding habits, and reproductive strategies. The author draws on the latest research to present a comprehensive overview of the subject, making this book an invaluable resource for malacologists, ecologists, and anyone interested in the diversity of aquatic life. 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. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781333351120_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9781333351120
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