List Of The Specimens Of Birds In The Collection Of The British Museum, Part 1: Accipitres (1848)

""List Of The Specimens Of Birds In The Collection Of The British Museum, Part 1: Accipitres"" is a comprehensive catalogue of bird specimens that were held in the British Museum in 1848. The book was authored by George Robert Gray, a renowned British zoologist and ornithologist, who was the Keeper of Zoology at the museum. Part 1 of the book focuses on the Accipitres, which is a group of birds of prey that includes eagles, hawks, kites, and vultures. The catalogue provides detailed descriptions of each specimen, including its scientific name, common name, and the country or region where it was collected. The book also includes information about the size, color, and physical characteristics of each bird, as well as any notable features or behaviors. In addition to the catalogue, the book also contains an introduction by Gray, in which he discusses the importance of the collection and the significance of studying bird specimens. The book is illustrated with detailed black and white drawings of the birds, which were created by John Gould, a famous British ornithologist and artist. Overall, ""List Of The Specimens Of Birds In The Collection Of The British Museum, Part 1: Accipitres"" is a valuable resource for ornithologists, zoologists, and anyone interested in the study of birds. It provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the bird specimens held in the British Museum in the mid-19th century, and offers insights into the diversity and characteristics of the Accipitres group of birds.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.