A Review of the Cottidae: Or Sculpins Found in the Waters of Japan (1904)

""A Review of the Cottidae: Or Sculpins Found in the Waters of Japan"" is a comprehensive book written by David Starr Jordan, a renowned American ichthyologist. The book was first published in 1904 and provides an in-depth review of the sculpin fish family, Cottidae, found in the waters of Japan. The book is divided into two main parts. The first part provides a general introduction to the sculpin family, including their physical characteristics, habitat, and distribution. The second part of the book focuses specifically on the sculpins found in the waters of Japan. Jordan provides detailed descriptions of each species of sculpin found in Japan, including their physical characteristics, distribution, and habitat. He also includes illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand the different types of sculpins. The book is written in a scientific and technical style, making it an ideal reference for ichthyologists, marine biologists, and other professionals working in the field. However, it may also be of interest to amateur fish enthusiasts and anyone interested in learning more about the sculpin family. Overall, ""A Review of the Cottidae: Or Sculpins Found in the Waters of Japan"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of fish and marine life in Japan.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.