Reptiles and Birds by Louis Figuier

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Author Figuier, Louis, 1819-1894
Editor Gillmore, Parker
Illustrator Mesnel, A.
Illustrator Neuville, Alphonse Marie de, 1835-1885
Illustrator Riou, Edouard, 1833-1900
Title Reptiles and Birds
A Popular Account of Their Various Orders, With a Description of the Habits and Economy of the Most Interesting
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Summary "Reptiles and Birds" by Louis Figuier is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work offers a popular account of various orders of reptiles and birds, detailing their unique habits and ecological roles. Figuier, also known for other explorative natural history works, combines detailed illustrations and descriptions to present the intricacies of these animal classes, appealing to both lay readers and those with a scientific interest. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage with a comparative introduction discussing the physiological similarities and differences between reptiles and birds, despite their outward appearances suggesting a wide divergence. He elaborates on the classifications within these groups, referencing historical and ongoing debates among naturalists regarding their evolutionary connections. The opening also introduces the amphibians as a transitional category, discussing their unique life cycles and biological characteristics with emphasis on metamorphosis. This lays the groundwork for a broader exploration of the specific traits and behaviors of various reptile and bird species, engaging readers with the marvels of natural history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QL: Science: Zoology
Subject Birds
Subject Reptiles
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EBook-No. 45873
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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