"The Cambridge Natural History, Vol. 08 (of 10)" by Hans Gadow is an early 20th-century scientific exploration of Amphibia and Reptilia, concentrating on their anatomy, categorization, and evolutionary role within vertebrates. Intended for both naturalists exploring the lives and locations of these animals and morphologists studying their anatomical details, this volume begins by examining historical understandings of these creatures and the difficulties in classifying them. Gadow addresses past errors, especially those from historical figures, and stresses the need for a scientific viewpoint. The book highlights the defining features of Amphibia and Reptilia, contrasting them with more familiar animals, and sets the scene for a thorough investigation into their biological systems, behaviors, and development, providing readers with a deep understanding of these vertebrates.
The Cambridge natural history, Vol. 08 (of 10)
By Hans Gadow
Discover the hidden world of amphibians and reptiles through a scientific lens, correcting past misconceptions and revealing their place in the animal kingdom.
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About the AuthorHans Friedrich Gadow was a German-born ornithologist who worked in Britain. His work on the classification of birds based on anatomical and morphological characters was influential and made use of by Alexander Wetmore in his classification of North American birds.
Hans Friedrich Gadow was a German-born ornithologist who worked in Britain. His work on the classification of birds based on anatomical and morphological characters was influential and made use of by Alexander Wetmore in his classification of North American birds.
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