Guide to seashells of the world [electronic resource]
Oliver, A. P. H. (Arthur Peter Hoblyn)2012
Book
Abstract: An easy-to-use identification guide to a wide range of shells from all over the world, from the common to the rare and coveted. The introductory section gives general information on molluscs and their classification, and about collecting shells. In the identification section, over 1200 species are described and more than 1000 are illustrated. The description of each species accompanies its illustration.
Main title:
Guide to seashells of the world [electronic resource] / A.P.H. Oliver ; illustrated by James Nicholls.
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Imprint:
London, Eng. : Philip's, c2004 (Boston, Mass. : Credo Reference, 2012.)
Collation:
1 online resource (1171 entries) : 1047 images, digital files.
Notes:
Description based on title page of print version.
System details:
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Linking notes:
Print version: 1 v. : col. ill., col. maps.
Contents:
Introduction -- Classification -- About molluscs -- Hints for collectors -- Glossary -- Class: Gastropoda -- Class: Bivalvia, Lamellibranchia or Pelecypoda -- Class: Cephalopoda -- Class: Scaphopoda -- Class: Amphineura -- Class: Monoplacophora.
Access restrictions:
Access restricted to authorized users and institutions.
ISBN:
9781849721660 (online)9780540085668 (print)0540085669 (print)
Dewey class:
594.1477
LC class:
QL405
Language:
English
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BRN:
502752
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