Catalogue Of Marine Polyzoa, Part 1-2: Cheilostomata (1854) is a comprehensive book on marine life written by George Busk. The book is divided into two parts and focuses on Cheilostomata, a subclass of Bryozoa that includes over 4,000 species of colonial marine invertebrates. Part 1 of the book provides an overview of the classification and morphology of Cheilostomata, including their skeletal structures, reproductive systems, and feeding mechanisms. Busk also describes the habitats and geographical distributions of various species, as well as their ecological roles in marine ecosystems. In Part 2, Busk presents a detailed catalogue of over 1,200 Cheilostomata species, organized by family and genus. Each entry includes a description of the species' physical characteristics, as well as information on its distribution, habitat, and ecology. Overall, Catalogue Of Marine Polyzoa, Part 1-2: Cheilostomata (1854) is a valuable resource for marine biologists, taxonomists, and anyone interested in the diversity and complexity of marine life. Busk's meticulous descriptions and classifications of Cheilostomata species provide a foundation for further research and understanding of these fascinating organisms.In The Collection Of The British Museum.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.