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<p>A Hand-list of the Japanese Birds offers a glimpse into early 20th-century ornithological study in Japan. This meticulously compiled list serves as a valuable primary source for researchers and bird enthusiasts interested in the historical distribution and classification of Japanese avian species.</p><p>Featuring a foreword by T. S. Wentworth the text provides insights into the methodologies and observations of early naturalists working in the region. This hand-list is not only a record of the birds themselves but also a testament to the evolving science of ornithology and the dedicated individuals who contributed to its understanding. It will be of interest to anyone studying the history of science Japanese natural history or the broader field of avian studies.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><br>