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The recent mollusca of Tasmania

Lodder, Mary 1900 , 'The recent mollusca of Tasmania' , Papers & Proceedings of the Royal Society of Tasmania , pp. 102-106 .

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Abstract

Tasmania may be considered fairly rich in recent molluscan
species, as she possesses nearly 700 marine forms,
with about 100 terrestrial and fresh-water kinds besides.
Very many of the species in all branches are extremely
small, requiring much careful search in order to obtain
them, and microscopical examination to reveal their characteristics,
their beauties of form, sculpture, and colouring.
But such work is well repaid by the results, whilst, doubtless,
there are still various species to be discovered in the
less well-known parts of the island, for many of the recognised
forms are very local in their habitats, and, in
numerous cases, their minuteness renders them so difficult
to find that even an experienced collector may overlook
them.

Item Type: Article
Authors/Creators:Lodder, Mary
Keywords: Royal Society of Tasmania, Van Diemens Land, VDL, Hobart Town, natural sciences, proceedings, records
Journal or Publication Title: Papers & Proceedings of the Royal Society of Tasmania
Collections: Royal Society Collection > Papers & Proceedings of the Royal Society of Tasmania
Additional Information:

In 1843 the Horticultural and Botanical Society of Van Diemen's Land was founded and became the Royal Society of Van Diemen's Land for Horticulture, Botany, and the Advancement of Science in 1844. In 1855 its name changed to Royal Society of Tasmania for Horticulture, Botany, and the Advancement of Science. In 1911 the name was shortened to Royal Society of Tasmania.

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