A Field Guide to Shells is the ideal guide to carry with you to the ocean, and a handy reference work at home — simple enough for the beginner, with helpful detail for the expert: 1035 species and subspecies described — all the shells you're likely to discover at the shore; 76 plates show photographs of 1033 species, many in two views for definite identification; Text gives common and scientific names, geographical range, habitat, and detailed description for all species, with extra information on such things as name changes, life cycle, and economic importance; Glossary and illustrated endpapers simplify shell nomenclature for the beginner; Bibliography and a list of shell clubs for those who wish to know more about this fascinating hobby.
Data pubblicazione
01/01/1987