A detailed study of brachyuran crabs found in Porto Rico and the Virgin Islands, originally published in 1932. This volume, "Brachyuran Crabs of Porto Rico and the Virgin Islands Volume v.15, pt.1", provides an extensive overview of crab species in the region. Authored by Mary Jane Rathbun, a prominent zoologist specializing in crustaceans, the work offers valuable insights into the classification, morphology, and distribution of these marine creatures.
Researchers, marine biologists, and anyone interested in the natural history of the Caribbean will find this volume an indispensable resource. Rathbun's meticulous descriptions and taxonomic work remain relevant for contemporary studies of biodiversity and marine ecosystems.
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