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The Naturalist on the River Amazons
A 1863 book by the British naturalist Henry Walter Bates about his expedition to the Amazon basin
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Focusing on the author's extensive exploration of the Amazon basin, this 1863 work details Henry Walter Bates' journey alongside Alfred Russel Wallace. Over eleven years, they collected over 14,000 species, contributing significantly to evolutionary science. Bates' meticulous observations, particularly of butterfly coloration, led to the groundbreaking discovery of Batesian mimicry. The book also offers insights into Brazilian and indigenous life, showcasing the rich biodiversity and cultural aspects of the region during their travels.
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The Naturalist on the River Amazons, Charles Darwin, Henry Walter Bates
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- Released
- 2022
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- Title
- The Naturalist on the River Amazons
- Subtitle
- A 1863 book by the British naturalist Henry Walter Bates about his expedition to the Amazon basin
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Charles Darwin, Henry Walter Bates
- Publisher
- Culturea
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 516
- ISBN13
- 9782382741276
- Category
- Nature in general
- Description
- Focusing on the author's extensive exploration of the Amazon basin, this 1863 work details Henry Walter Bates' journey alongside Alfred Russel Wallace. Over eleven years, they collected over 14,000 species, contributing significantly to evolutionary science. Bates' meticulous observations, particularly of butterfly coloration, led to the groundbreaking discovery of Batesian mimicry. The book also offers insights into Brazilian and indigenous life, showcasing the rich biodiversity and cultural aspects of the region during their travels.