Directions For Preparing Study Specimens Of Small Mammals (1901)

Directions For Preparing Study Specimens Of Small Mammals is a guidebook written by Gerrit Smith Miller Jr. and published in 1901. The book provides detailed instructions on how to prepare and preserve small mammals for scientific study, including rodents, shrews, moles, and bats.The first section of the book covers the tools and materials needed for specimen preparation, such as scalpels, forceps, and preserving fluids. The second section provides step-by-step instructions for preparing the specimens, including skinning, cleaning, and mounting. The book also includes illustrations to help readers understand the process.In addition to the practical instructions, the book also includes information on the anatomy and classification of small mammals, as well as tips for collecting specimens in the field. The author, Gerrit Smith Miller Jr., was a prominent American mammalogist who worked at the Smithsonian Institution and published numerous scientific papers on small mammals.Overall, Directions For Preparing Study Specimens Of Small Mammals is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of small mammals, whether for scientific research or educational purposes.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.