Publisher's Synopsis
The book titled ""The Classification Of Animals Based On The Principle Of Cephalization: Classification Of Herbivores"" was written by James Dwight Dana in 1864. The book explores the classification of animals based on the principle of cephalization, which is the concentration of nervous tissue and sensory organs in the head region of animals. In this book, Dana focuses specifically on the classification of herbivores, which are animals that primarily feed on plants. He discusses the various characteristics of herbivores, such as their digestive systems, teeth, and feeding habits, and how these characteristics can be used to categorize them into different groups.Dana also provides detailed descriptions and classifications of various herbivorous animals, including mammals, birds, reptiles, and fishes. He discusses the differences between these animals in terms of their anatomy, behavior, and evolutionary history.Overall, ""The Classification Of Animals Based On The Principle Of Cephalization: Classification Of Herbivores"" is a comprehensive and detailed exploration of the classification of herbivorous animals based on the principle of cephalization. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of animal classification and evolution.And Note On The Position Of Amphibians Among The Classes Of Vertebrates.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.