The book of antelopes, vol. 4 (of 4)

Name: The book of antelopes, vol. 4 (of 4)
Author: Philip Lutley Sclater

By Philip Lutley Sclater

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About This Book

This volume provides systematic accounts of large African antelopes, treating hippotragine and tragelaphine groups. It organizes taxa by genus and species, giving detailed morphological descriptions, skull and horn characters, measurements, variations, and subspecies distinctions, along with information on geographic distribution and habitat. Each entry is accompanied by plates and figure descriptions illustrating skins, horns, skulls, and behavior. The text includes identification keys, discussion of taxonomy and synonymy, notes on rarity and extinction for certain species, and an appendix listing species and subspecies newly described during the work.

About the Author

Philip Lutley Sclater

Philip Lutley Sclater was a prominent British ornithologist and zoologist known for his extensive contributions to the study of birds. His notable works include "Argentine Ornithology," a comprehensive two-volume catalogue detailing the avian species of the Argentine Republic, and "The Book of Antelopes," a four-volume series that explores various species of antelopes. Sclater's research played a significant role in advancing the field of ornithology during the 19th century, and he was instrumental in the establishment of the Zoological Society of London. His meticulous observations and classifications have left a lasting impact on the study of wildlife.