Illustrations of the birds of Jamaica by Philip Henry Gosse
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"Illustrations of the Birds of Jamaica" by Philip Henry Gosse is a scientific publication created in the mid-19th century, specifically in 1849. This book accompanies Gosse's previous work, "The Birds of Jamaica," providing detailed ornithological illustrations of various bird species found in Jamaica. The focus of the book is on representing the diverse avian life of the island and contributing to the scientific knowledge of its fauna. The content of the book
primarily includes ornithological drawings of different bird species, accompanied by their descriptions and classifications. Each illustration is meticulously crafted, capturing the unique features of each bird, such as the Buteo borealis and the Todus viridis, among many others. The illustrations serve not only as artistic representations but also as scientific documentation, aiding in the identification and study of Jamaican birds. Overall, the publication is a valuable resource for ornithologists, bird watchers, and anyone interested in the natural history of Jamaica. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Gosse, Philip Henry, 1810-1888 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 08028000 |
| Title | Illustrations of the birds of Jamaica |
| Original Publication | London: J. van Voorst, 1849. |
| Note | To accompany: The birds of Jamaica. See #73391. |
| Credits | Peter Becker, Robert Tonsing 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: 72.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Birds -- Jamaica -- Pictorial works |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 73392 |
| Release Date | Apr 13, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 278 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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