Bibliograph

Seashells of North America, a guide to field identification, by R. Tucker Abbott ; illustrated by George F. Sandstrom ; under the editorship of Herbert S. Zim

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Seashells of North America, a guide to field identification, by R. Tucker Abbott ; illustrated by George F. Sandstrom ; under the editorship of Herbert S. Zim

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 270-271) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Seashells of North America

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

46966669

Responsibility statement

by R. Tucker Abbott ; illustrated by George F. Sandstrom ; under the editorship of Herbert S. Zim

Series statement

Golden field guide series

Sub title

a guide to field identification

Summary

Scoop up plentiful Cockles on Eastern beaches. Spy a fabulous Emperor Helmet in Southern Florida. Find a Red Chiton on the Pacific shore. The coasts of North America yield a wondrous variety of shells, from the majestic Conch to tiny Bittium. This beautifully illustrated guide helps both the novice and experienced shell hunter distinguish between similar varieties and the glorious specimens that become a collection's prize. A survey of the world of marine mollusks provide identification about the common shells of the Atlantic and Pacific coasts of North America

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