The Cambridge natural history, Vol. 05 (of 10) by Sedgwick, Sharp, and Sinclair

"The Cambridge Natural History, Vol. 05 (of 10)" edited by S. F. Harmer and A. E. Shipley is a scientific publication written during the late 19th century. This volume focuses on various invertebrate groups, including the genus Peripatus, Myriapoda, and insects. It explores their classification, anatomy, habits, and geographical distribution, providing detailed descriptions and observations that are significant to the field of zoology. The opening of this volume includes an introduction to the genus Peripatus, discussing its established place within the Arthropoda group and its unique characteristics, which blend features of both Annelida and Arthropoda. Adam Sedgwick elaborates on the external features, habits, breeding, and anatomy of Peripatus, highlighting its viviparous nature, reliance on a moist habitat, and distinctive physical traits that contribute to its beauty and uniqueness among invertebrates. The opening sets a robust scientific tone, engaging readers with a comprehensive overview of the natural history of these fascinating creatures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Editor Harmer, S. F. (Sidney Frederic), 1862-1950
Author Sedgwick, Adam, 1854-1913
Author Sharp, David, 1840-1922
Author Sinclair, F. G. (Frederick Granville), 1858-1914
Editor Shipley, A. E. (Arthur Everett), Sir, 1861-1927
Title The Cambridge natural history, Vol. 05 (of 10)
Original Publication London: Macmillan and Co., 1895.
Contents Peripatus, by Adam Sedgwick -- Myriapods, by F. G. Sinclair -- Insects, part 1: Introduction, Aptera, Orthoptera, Neuroptera, and a portion of Hymenoptera (Sessiliventres and Parasitica), by David Sharp.
Credits Keith Edkins, Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 56.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class QL: Science: Zoology
Subject Animals
Category Text
eBook-No. 72052
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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