Cope, E. D.

On the structure and affinities of the Amphiumidae

Philadelphia: American Philosophical Society, 1886. First edition. Pp. 442-445; 1 text-figure (anatomical diagram). Original printed pale green wrapper, 8vo. Proceedings of the American Philosophical Society, volume 23, no. 123. Amphiuma is a genus of aquatic salamanders from the United States, the only extant genus within the family Amphiumidae. They are colloquially known as amphiumas or conger eels (modified after Wiki). No ownership marks. The wrappers are a little browned on the outer edges, the contents are bright and clean; a very good copy..

Natural History BooksProfessional seller

Book number: 8270

Catalogue: Edward Drinker Cope