New Sharks: Chlamydoselachus Anguineus, Heptranchias Pectorosus (1884)

by Samuel Garman

New Sharks: Chlamydoselachus Anguineus, Heptranchias Pectorosus (1884) is a book written by Samuel Garman, a renowned American ichthyologist, and published in 1884. The book is a comprehensive study of two species of sharks: Chlamydoselachus Anguineus and Heptranchias Pectorosus. The first part of the book focuses on Chlamydoselachus Anguineus, commonly known as the frilled shark. The frilled shark is a deep-sea shark that has a unique appearance with a long, eel-like body and frilly gills. Garman provides an in-depth analysis of the anatomy, morphology, and biology of the frilled shark. He also discusses the distribution and habitat of the species, as well as its behavior and feeding habits.The second part of the book is dedicated to Heptranchias Pectorosus, also known as the sharpnose sevengill shark. This species of shark is found in the Atlantic Ocean and has a distinctive appearance with seven gill slits on each side of its body. Garman provides a detailed description of the anatomy, morphology, and biology of the sharpnose sevengill shark. He also discusses the distribution and habitat of the species, as well as its behavior and feeding habits.Overall, New Sharks: Chlamydoselachus Anguineus, Heptranchias Pectorosus (1884) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of sharks. It provides a comprehensive analysis of two unique species of sharks and is written by a renowned expert in the field.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120654378
• ISBN13: 9781120654373
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 20 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"