The Families and Genera of Bats

The Families and Genera of Bats by Gerrit Smith Miller Jr. provides a detailed classification of bats based on skeletal and dental characteristics. It traces the history of bat classification from Linnaeus to contemporary authors like Gray and Dobson highlighting the increase in recognized bat species and genera. The book discusses dental formula tooth modifications and skull structures of various bat species emphasizing the diversity and adaptations in bat dentition. With illustrations aiding classification it acknowledges contributions to bat studies and follows Gray's classification system.