The zoology of the voyage of H.M.S. Beagle: Mammalia
Exploring Mammalian Wonders: A Voyage of DiscoveryBy G. R. Waterhouse
Length4h 52m
About this audiobook
In "The Zoology of the Voyage of H.M.S. Beagle: Mammalia," G. R. Waterhouse meticulously documents the rich and diverse mammalian life observed during Charles Darwin's famous expedition. This work, part of the extensive series resulting from the voyage, presents a blend of field observations and scientific analysis, showcasing Waterhouse's keen eye for detail and his ability to blend narrative with rigorous classification. The text is characterized by its precise taxonomic descriptions, vivid illustrations, and a style that balances scientific rigor with aesthetic presentation, reflecting the Victorian era's fascination with natural history and exploration. G. R. Waterhouse was a prominent zoologist and a pivotal figure in 19th-century British natural history. His collaboration with Darwin and involvement in the presentation of findings from the Beagle's expedition deeply influenced his scientific perspective. Waterhouse's background, steeped in both practical zoological research and the burgeoning field of evolutionary biology, provided him with a unique lens through which to explore and document the significance of mammalian species he encountered. Readers interested in natural history, evolutionary biology, or the historical context of scientific exploration will find "The Zoology of the Voyage of H.M.S. Beagle: Mammalia" an indispensable addition to their library. Waterhouse'Äôs detailed observations not only enhance our understanding of biodiversity but also deepen our appreciation for the scientific legacy of the Beagle expedition.
Audiobook details
GenreScience and Nature
Length4 hrs 52 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 10, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Project Gutenberg eBook of The zoology of the voyage of H.M.S. Beagle [vol. 2 of 5]: Mammalia
2THE ZOOLOGY OF THE VOYAGE OF H.M.S. BEAGLE, UNDER THE COMMAND OF CAPTAIN FITZROY, R.N., DURING THE YEARS 1832 to 1836.
3GEOGRAPHICAL INTRODUCTION.
4LIST OF PLATES.
5INDEX TO THE SPECIES.
Show all chaptersShow less
6Desmodus D’Orbignyi. Plate I. Natural size. Skull, teeth, &c. Pl. XXXV., figs. 1.
71. Phyllostoma Grayi. Plate II.
82. Phyllostoma perspicillatum.
9Vespertilio Chiloensis. Plate III.
10Dysopes nasutus.
111. Canis Antarcticus. Plate IV.
122. Canis Magellanicus. Plate V.
133. Canis fulvipes. Plate VI.
144. Canis Azaræ. Plate VII.
151. Felis Yagouaroundi. Plate VIII.
162. Felis Pajeros. Plate IX.
173. Felis domestica.
18Gallictis vittata.
191. Lutra Platensis.
202. Lutra Chilensis.
21Delphinus Fitz-Royi. Plate X.
22Auchenia Llama. Desmarest.
23Cervus campestris.
241. Mus decumanus. Mus decumanus, Auctorum.
252. Mus (DECUMANUS var. ?) MAURUS.
263. Mus Jacobiæ.
274. Mus (Rattus var.?) INSULARIS.
285. Mus Musculus.
296. Mus longicaudatus. Plate XI.
30Mus elegans. Plate XII.
31Mus bimaculatus. Plate XII.
32Mus gracilipes. Plate XI.
33Mus flavescens. Plate XIII.
34Mus Magellanicus. Plate XIV.
35Mus arenicola. Plate XIII.
3613. Mus brachiotis. Plate XIV.
3714. Mus Renggeri. Plate XV.—Fig. 1.
3815. Mus obscurus. Plate XV.—Fig. 2.
3916. Mus xanthorhinus. Plate XVII.—Fig. 1.
4017. Mus Canescens.
4118. Mus longipilis. Plate XVI.
4219. Mus nasutus. Plate XVII.—Fig. 2.
4320. Mus tumidus. Plate XVIII.
4421. Mus Braziliensis. Plate XIX.
4522. Mus micropus. Plate XX.
4623. Mus griseo-flavus. Plate XXI.
4724. Mus xanthopygus. Plate XXII.
4825. Mus Darwinii. Plate XXIII.
4926. Mus Galapagoensis. Plate XXIV.
5027. Mus Fuscipes. Plate XXV.
A Brief History of IntelligenceMax S. Bennett12h 18m4.6 (6.6K)$29 · $0.00
The Story of BirdsSteve Brusatte11h 49m4.6 (401)$29 · $0.00
How Stella Learned to TalkChristina Hunger7h4.5 (10.9K)$24 · $0.00
Craig & FredCraig Grossi8h 6m4.5 (9.6K)$26 · $0.00
Celebrating BirdsNatalia Rojas, Ana Maria Martinez6h 47m4.6 (330)$24 · $0.00
Saving JemimaJulie Zickefoose4h 59m4.5 (749)$20 · $0.00
Will's Red CoatTom Ryan8h 23m4.5 (2.3K)$26 · $0.00
Of Time and TurtlesSy Montgomery10h 34m4.5 (5K)$29 · $0.00
Zen and the Art of Saving the PlanetThich Nhat Hanh9h 20m4.5 (3.9K)$29 · $0.00
Bottle of LiesKatherine Eban14h 25m4.4 (12K)$33 · $0.00
IngrainedCallum Robinson8h 10m4.5 (1.1K)$26 · $0.00
The Lion Tracker's Guide To LifeBoyd Varty3h 1m4.4 (4.8K)$18 · $0.00
Born for LoveBruce D. Perry, Maia Szalavitz11h 42m4.4 (4K)$29 · $0.00
The Mountains of California (With Original Drawings & Photographs) (Annotated)John Muir11h 35m4.5 (1.1K)$2 · $0.00
The New GuysMeredith Bagby16h 50m4.4 (1.2K)$40 · $0.00
Blue PasturesMary Oliver3h 23m4.4 (3.8K)$18 · $0.00
The Rise and Reign of the MammalsSteve Brusatte13h 26m4.4 (11.1K)$33 · $0.00
VaccinatedPaul A. Offit8h 30m4.4 (3.7K)$26 · $0.00
The Light EatersZoë Schlanger10h 57m4.4 (22.8K)$29 · $0.00
Where the Lost Dogs GoSusannah Charleson11h 7m4.5 (699)$23 · $0.00
You may also like
Through the Brazilian Wilderness - An Epic Adventure of the Roosevelt-Rondon Scientific ExpeditionTheodore Roosevelt12h 3m4.2 (828)$1 · $0.00
The Malay Archipelago (Vol. 1&2)Alfred Russel Wallace25h 11m4.3 (2.9K)$1 · $0.00
Pete the Cat: Scuba-CatJames Dean5m4.4 (3.5K)$4 · $0.00
A Lady's Life In The Rocky MountainsIsabella L. Bird7h 30m4.1 (6.2K)Free
Life in MexicoMadame Calderón de la Barca23h 54m4.2 (1.6K)$2.30
The zoology of the voyage of H.M.S. Beagle: Fossil mammaliaRichard Owen5h 37m$1 · $0.00
Cruise of the Revenue-Steamer Corwin in Alaska and the N.W. Arctic Ocean in 1881: Botanical NotesJohn Muir33m$2 · $0.00
KashmirFrancis Edward Younghusband6h 10m3.5 (28)$2.30
The Glaciers of the AlpsJohn Tyndall12h 26m$2 · $0.00
The Sea and Its Living WondersG. Hartwig16h 35m$2 · $0.00
Round the WorldAndrew Carnegie9h 54m4.3 (36)$1 · $0.00
Cruise of the 'Alert'R. W. Coppinger7h 31m$1 · $0.00
Tramping Through Mexico, Guatemala and HondurasHarry Alverson Franck7h 29m3.8 (60)$2 · $0.00
The Pedestrian's Guide through North WalesG. J. Bennett7h 51m$2 · $0.00
The fish called NoKateryna Babkina12m$1 · $0.00
Stars and atomsArthur Stanley Sir Eddington3h 36m$1 · $0.00
Superior FishingRobert Barnwell Roosevelt7h 40m$1 · $0.00
Norman's New Orleans and EnvironsBenjamin Moore Norman5h 14m$2 · $0.00
Yawnie the sloth comes to visitMarina B16m$1 · $0.00
Travels in North America, From Modern WritersWilliam Bingley11h 34m$2 · $0.00