Guide to Worldwide Cowries
The Definitive Reference on the Global Diversity of Cowries
Guide to Worldwide Cowries is a comprehensive and visually stunning reference dedicated to the remarkable diversity of cowries (family Cypraeidae) found across the world’s tropical and subtropical seas. Combining authoritative taxonomic information with thousands of high-quality images, this guide provides an indispensable resource for identification, research, and appreciation of these iconic and highly collectible marine gastropods.
Inside, readers will find:
Extensive species accounts detailing shell morphology, diagnostic features, distribution, and habitat preferences.
Full-color photographs and illustrations showcasing shell form, coloration patterns, and intraspecific variation.
Up-to-date systematic classification, reflecting the latest advances in malacology and molecular phylogenetics.
Ecological and biogeographic notes, providing context on habitat, behavior, and range.
Comprehensive bibliographic references supporting accurate identification and further study.
An essential resource for malacologists, marine biologists, shell collectors, and enthusiasts, this guide combines scientific rigor with exceptional visual presentation, offering the most complete and authoritative overview of cowries worldwide.
The Definitive Reference on the Global Diversity of Cowries
Guide to Worldwide Cowries is a comprehensive and visually stunning reference dedicated to the remarkable diversity of cowries (family Cypraeidae) found across the world’s tropical and subtropical seas. Combining authoritative taxonomic information with thousands of high-quality images, this guide provides an indispensable resource for identification, research, and appreciation of these iconic and highly collectible marine gastropods.
Inside, readers will find:
Extensive species accounts detailing shell morphology, diagnostic features, distribution, and habitat preferences.
Full-color photographs and illustrations showcasing shell form, coloration patterns, and intraspecific variation.
Up-to-date systematic classification, reflecting the latest advances in malacology and molecular phylogenetics.
Ecological and biogeographic notes, providing context on habitat, behavior, and range.
Comprehensive bibliographic references supporting accurate identification and further study.
An essential resource for malacologists, marine biologists, shell collectors, and enthusiasts, this guide combines scientific rigor with exceptional visual presentation, offering the most complete and authoritative overview of cowries worldwide.