The book ""Osteology of Birds"" written by Robert Wilson Shufeldt in 1909 is a comprehensive guide to the skeletal anatomy of birds. The author, who was a renowned ornithologist and anatomist, provides a detailed account of the bones, joints, and muscles of various bird species.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific region of the bird's anatomy. The first chapter deals with the skull, while the subsequent chapters cover the vertebral column, ribs, sternum, and appendicular skeleton. ...
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The book ""Osteology of Birds"" written by Robert Wilson Shufeldt in 1909 is a comprehensive guide to the skeletal anatomy of birds. The author, who was a renowned ornithologist and anatomist, provides a detailed account of the bones, joints, and muscles of various bird species.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific region of the bird's anatomy. The first chapter deals with the skull, while the subsequent chapters cover the vertebral column, ribs, sternum, and appendicular skeleton. The author also includes a chapter on the anatomy of flight, which is a unique feature of birds.The book is well-illustrated, with numerous black and white illustrations and photographs that provide a clear understanding of the bird's skeletal structure. The author also includes detailed descriptions and measurements of each bone, making it an excellent reference for researchers, students, and bird enthusiasts.Overall, ""Osteology of Birds"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the anatomy of birds. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the skeletal structure of various bird species and is an essential reference for those studying avian anatomy.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.
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