The Bear River Formation And Its Characteristic Fauna (1895)

The Bear River Formation and Its Characteristic Fauna is a scientific book written by Charles Abiathar White and published in 1895. The book is a detailed study of the Bear River Formation, a geological formation located in the western United States, and the characteristic fauna that lived in the area during the Eocene epoch.The book provides a comprehensive description of the geological features of the Bear River Formation, including its stratigraphy, lithology, and paleontology. It also includes detailed illustrations and photographs of the various fossils found in the area, including mammals, birds, reptiles, and fish.The author's primary focus is on the mammalian fauna of the Bear River Formation, which includes a wide variety of species, from small rodents to large carnivores. White provides detailed descriptions of each species, including their anatomy, behavior, and ecological role.In addition to the scientific content, the book also provides historical context for the study of the Bear River Formation, including a discussion of the early explorers and naturalists who first discovered the area and the challenges they faced in studying the fossils.Overall, The Bear River Formation and Its Characteristic Fauna is an important contribution to the field of paleontology and a valuable resource for scientists, students, and anyone interested in the natural history of the western United States.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.