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Revisit and redefine fossil scorpions from around the world, with clear, detailed taxonomic updates. This scientific monograph reexamines the order Scorpionida, introducing new families and genera and assigning several fossils to refined groups. It blends careful morphological description with careful comparisons to related forms, helping readers understand ancient arachnid diversity and evolution.
The book presents new taxonomic concepts, including the establishment of a new family and multiple new taxa. It features precise descriptions of the coxosternal region, sternum shapes, and maxillary lobes, along with illustrations and measurements that support its classifications. Readers will find a methodical approach to distinguishing similar fossils, based on preserved features such as the arrangement of walking-leg bases, the structure of abdominal plates, and the form of the pectines and combs.
What you’ll experience
- Formal descriptions of fossil scorpions, with holotypes and type specifics noted.
- Explicit comparisons that explain how certain fossils differ from similar forms.
- Information on geological ranges and the historical context of specimens.
- Illustrations and measurements that clarify key anatomical features.
Ideal for readers of paleontology reference works, fossil arthropod researchers, and anyone studying the history of scorpions and related groups. This edition serves as a detailed resource for taxonomy, morphology, and the evolutionary narrative of ancient scorpions.
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A Restudy of the Fossil Scorpionida of the World (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of extinct scorpions, revealing a diverse and thriving group of creatures that existed long before their modern-day counterparts. The author challenges existing classifications and proposes a new taxonomic framework based on meticulous examination of fossil specimens from around the globe. By analyzing the intricate details of scorpion anatomy, particularly the structure of their abdominal plates and mouthparts, the author unveils a complex evolutionary history that spans millions of years. The book traces the development of scorpions from their aquatic origins with gills to their eventual transition to land-dwelling, air-breathing forms. This comprehensive study sheds light on the remarkable adaptations and ecological roles of these ancient creatures, offering insights into their feeding habits, sensory organs, and burrowing behaviors. The author's meticulous research and insightful analysis provide a compelling narrative of scorpion evolution, demonstrating the incredible diversity and adaptability of these remarkable arachnids throughout Earth's history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333063733_0
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