Het Leven der Dieren: Deel 1, Hoofdstuk 12: Sirenen; Hoofdstuk 13:…
"Het Leven der Dieren: Deel 1, Hoofdstuk 12: Sirenen" is een wetenschappelijk werk geschreven in de 19e eeuw. Dit werk behandelt de biologie en classificatie van verschillende diersoorten, met een specifieke focus op de "Sirenen", oftewel zeekoeien. Het doel van het boek lijkt te zijn om de dieren binnen deze unieke orde te beschrijven, met aandacht voor hun anatomie, gedrag en leefomgeving. The opening of this work provides a detailed insight into
the classification and characteristics of Sirens, particularly focusing on manatees. It begins with a description of the mythical connotations associated with the name "Siren" and contrasts this with the reality of these creatures. The text outlines the anatomical features of manatees, such as their flippers, diet, and social behaviors, providing scientific observations from researchers including A. Von Humboldt. It further elaborates on their habitats, feeding habits, and reproduction, painting a picture of these often-overlooked marine mammals that live primarily on aquatic vegetation. The beginning sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of these fascinating animals within the broader context of animal life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Brehm, Alfred Edmund, 1829-1884 |
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| Title | Het Leven der Dieren: Deel 1, Hoofdstuk 12: Sirenen; Hoofdstuk 13: Walvischachtigen |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Animals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24008 |
| Release Date | Dec 24, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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