Publisher's Synopsis
The Genus Callinectes is a book written by Mary Jane Rathbun in 1896. The book is a comprehensive study of the crab genus Callinectes, which includes several species of commercially important crabs found in the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of North America. The book covers the taxonomy, morphology, distribution, and biology of the genus, as well as its economic importance and fisheries management. The author provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of the different species, including their physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat preferences. The book is considered a seminal work in the field of crustacean biology and is still referenced by researchers today.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.