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An in-depth exploration of the remarkable molluscan biodiversity of the Cape Verde archipelago.
Malacological Fauna from the Cape Verde presents a comprehensive account of the marine and terrestrial mollusks inhabiting this unique Atlantic island group. Drawing on extensive field studies and recent taxonomic research, this volume documents the extraordinary diversity, endemism, and biogeographical significance of Cape Verde’s malacological fauna.
Inside, readers will find:
Detailed species descriptions covering morphology, taxonomy, and diagnostic features.
High-quality color plates and habitat photographs illustrating both shells and living specimens.
Updated classification and nomenclature, reflecting the latest systematic and phylogenetic findings.
Ecological and biogeographical analyses, offering insights into the evolutionary history and distribution of Cape Verde’s mollusks.
An indispensable reference for malacologists, marine biologists, conservationists, and shell collectors, this work highlights the Cape Verde Islands as a vital center of molluscan diversity and endemism within the eastern Atlantic.
An in-depth exploration of the remarkable molluscan biodiversity of the Cape Verde archipelago.
Malacological Fauna from the Cape Verde presents a comprehensive account of the marine and terrestrial mollusks inhabiting this unique Atlantic island group. Drawing on extensive field studies and recent taxonomic research, this volume documents the extraordinary diversity, endemism, and biogeographical significance of Cape Verde’s malacological fauna.
Inside, readers will find:
Detailed species descriptions covering morphology, taxonomy, and diagnostic features.
High-quality color plates and habitat photographs illustrating both shells and living specimens.
Updated classification and nomenclature, reflecting the latest systematic and phylogenetic findings.
Ecological and biogeographical analyses, offering insights into the evolutionary history and distribution of Cape Verde’s mollusks.
An indispensable reference for malacologists, marine biologists, conservationists, and shell collectors, this work highlights the Cape Verde Islands as a vital center of molluscan diversity and endemism within the eastern Atlantic.