The Sessile Barnacles, Cirripedia, Contained In The Collections Of The U. S. National Museum: Including A Monograph Of The American Species

By John Cairns Jr. and B.R. Niederlehner

The Sessile Barnacles, Cirripedia, Contained In The Collections Of The U. S. National Museum: Including A Monograph Of The American Species (1916) is a comprehensive book written by Henry Augustus Pilsbry. The book is focused on the study of sessile barnacles, a type of marine invertebrate, and their classification and taxonomy. The author describes the specimens of sessile barnacles collected by the U.S. National Museum and provides a detailed monograph of the American species. The book includes illustrations and photographs of the specimens, as well as detailed descriptions of their morphology, anatomy, and distribution. The author also discusses the biology and ecology of these fascinating creatures, providing valuable insights into their behavior and life cycle. This book is an essential reference for marine biologists, naturalists, and anyone interested in the study of sessile barnacles.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: 1167240790
• ISBN13: 9781167240799
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 546 Pages
• Weight: 1.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"

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