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A Manual of Land and Fresh Water Vertebrate Animals of the United States
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781025824987
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 448
Weight: 1.37
Height: 0.91 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Manual of Land and Fresh Water Vertebrate Animals of the United States is a comprehensive and systematic guide designed for the identification and study of vertebrate species found across the American landscape. Authored by Henry Sherring Pratt, this technical manual serves as an essential resource for students, naturalists, and zoologists seeking to understand the diverse wildlife of the region.
The work covers a vast array of species, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and freshwater fishes. It provides detailed diagnostic keys, morphological descriptions, and geographical ranges, allowing for precise classification of specimens. The text emphasizes scientific accuracy and taxonomic rigor, reflecting the state of biological knowledge in the early twentieth century. By focusing on both terrestrial and aquatic vertebrates, the manual offers a holistic view of the ecological distribution of fauna in the United States.
As a foundational text in American herpetology, ichthyology, and mammalogy, A Manual of Land and Fresh Water Vertebrate Animals of the United States remains a significant historical reference. Its structured approach to natural history documentation highlights the importance of field observation and systematic study in the preservation of scientific knowledge regarding North American biodiversity.
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