Natural History

Volume 21 of ’Natural History’ presents a fascinating collection of articles from the American Museum of Natural History. This volume continues the series’ tradition of exploring the natural world through accessible essays and observations. Readers will discover a wide range of topics, from detailed studies of animal behavior to broader reflections on ecological systems. ’Natural History’ offers a unique blend of scientific rigor and engaging storytelling, making it an invaluable resource for both amateur enthusiasts and seasoned researchers. This ongoing series captures the ever-evolving understanding of our planet and its diverse inhabitants, solidifying its place as a cornerstone of natural history literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.