Isbn: 9781333782849 - the fauna and geography of the maldive and laccadive archipelagoes, vol. 2: being the account of the work carried on and of the collections made by an ... lxvii-lxxxvii and text-illustrations 12 (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book's third installment in a series, catalogs and describes the Alcyonaria, a diverse group of reef-building corals, found in the Indian Ocean. The author, a celebrated zoologist, presents a detailed scientific record of the many species that were collected from the Maldives and neighboring Minikoi. The author has applied his expertise to describe both previously known and yet undescribed species, adding to our understanding of the classification, distribution, and biology of the Alcyonaria. Chapters include meticulous anatomical drawings and descriptions of each species' morphological features, including spicules, polyps, and the internal structure of their skeletons. Furthermore, the author examines the various methods of branching, reproduction, and other biological processes that occur across the different species. This book not only documents the diverse Alcyonarian life in the Indian Ocean but also provides insights into the evolutionary relationships and ecological significance of these fascinating creatures within the broader context of coral reef ecosystems. 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.…