Seashells from Rolas, Sao Tome
A Comprehensive Guide to the Molluscan Fauna of Rolas Island
Seashells from Rolas, São Tomé is a detailed and visually rich reference documenting the diversity of marine mollusks found around Rolas Island, located off the coast of São Tomé in the Gulf of Guinea. Combining authoritative taxonomic information with high-quality photographs and illustrations, this work serves as an essential guide for identification, research, and appreciation of the island’s unique molluscan fauna.
Inside, readers will find:
Extensive species accounts detailing shell morphology, diagnostic features, geographic distribution, and habitat preferences.
Full-color photographs and illustrations showcasing shell form, sculpture, coloration, and intraspecific variation.
Up-to-date systematic classification, reflecting current research in malacology and taxonomy.
Ecological and biogeographic insights, including notes on habitat specificity and regional biodiversity.
Comprehensive bibliographic references supporting accurate identification and further study.
An indispensable resource for malacologists, marine biologists, ecologists, shell collectors, and researchers, this volume combines scientific precision with visual appeal, offering the most complete and authoritative overview of the seashells of Rolas Island, São Tomé.
A Comprehensive Guide to the Molluscan Fauna of Rolas Island
Seashells from Rolas, São Tomé is a detailed and visually rich reference documenting the diversity of marine mollusks found around Rolas Island, located off the coast of São Tomé in the Gulf of Guinea. Combining authoritative taxonomic information with high-quality photographs and illustrations, this work serves as an essential guide for identification, research, and appreciation of the island’s unique molluscan fauna.
Inside, readers will find:
Extensive species accounts detailing shell morphology, diagnostic features, geographic distribution, and habitat preferences.
Full-color photographs and illustrations showcasing shell form, sculpture, coloration, and intraspecific variation.
Up-to-date systematic classification, reflecting current research in malacology and taxonomy.
Ecological and biogeographic insights, including notes on habitat specificity and regional biodiversity.
Comprehensive bibliographic references supporting accurate identification and further study.
An indispensable resource for malacologists, marine biologists, ecologists, shell collectors, and researchers, this volume combines scientific precision with visual appeal, offering the most complete and authoritative overview of the seashells of Rolas Island, São Tomé.