The Pocket Gophers (Genus Thomomys) of Utah by Stephen David Durrant
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"The Pocket Gophers (Genus Thomomys) of Utah" by Stephen David Durrant is a scientific publication written in the mid-20th century. This work represents a detailed study focused on the taxonomy, distribution, and speciation of pocket gophers in Utah, specifically the genus Thomomys. The author undertakes an examination of over a thousand specimens, compiling extensive historical references and providing a comprehensive overview of the gopher populations in the state. The opening of this
thorough examination begins with an introduction detailing the early observations and classifications of pocket gophers in Utah, tracing back to the 19th century. Durrant discusses the extensive variation within the species, the methods of specimen collection, and the subsequent analyses that led to the identification of numerous subspecies. The introduction sets the foundation for a structured presentation of the findings, pointing to the significant biodiversity of pocket gophers and establishing the relevance of their classification in understanding ecological and environmental adaptations in Utah's diverse habitats. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Durrant, Stephen David, 1902-1975 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Farner, Donald S. (Donald Sankey), 1915-1988 |
| Editor | Hall, E. Raymond (Eugene Raymond), 1902-1986 |
| Editor | Hoffmeister, Donald Frederick, 1916- |
| Title |
The Pocket Gophers (Genus Thomomys) of Utah University of Kansas Publications, Museum of Natural History, Vol. 1 No. 1 |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, Diane Monico, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. Some images courtesy of The Internet Archive. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Pocket gophers -- Utah |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39164 |
| Release Date | Mar 17, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 379 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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