Publisher's Synopsis
The Natural History of New York and Zoology of New York, or the New York Fauna is a comprehensive book published in 1842 by the New York Natural History Survey. This book provides a detailed account of the flora and fauna of New York State, including descriptions of the various species of animals, birds, fish, insects, and plants found in the region. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the natural history of New York State and the second part focusing on the zoology of the state. The first part of the book provides an overview of the geology, climate, and topography of New York State, as well as a description of the various habitats found in the region. The authors also provide an overview of the various plant communities found in the state, including forests, grasslands, wetlands, and aquatic habitats. The second part of the book focuses on the zoology of New York State, with detailed descriptions of the various species of animals found in the region. The authors provide information on the distribution, behavior, and ecology of each species, as well as illustrations and detailed descriptions of their physical characteristics. Overall, the Natural History of New York and Zoology of New York, or the New York Fauna is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed account of the rich and diverse natural history of New York State. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the flora and fauna of the region, as well as for scientists, researchers, and naturalists.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.
