Natural History of the American Lobster

Natural History of the American Lobster by Francis Hobart Herrick provides a detailed account of the zoological relations habits development and use as food of the American lobster. The book delves into the natural history of Crustacea discussing their structure development and metamorphosis. It explores the different larval stages such as the nauplius zoea and megalopa and how they contribute to the growth and survival of the lobster. The author also compares the American lobster to its European counterpart highlighting their similarities and differences in size structure and development. The book emphasizes the importance of understanding the metamorphosis and larval stages in Crustacea to comprehend their evolutionary history and adaptation to their environment.