A Complete Guide to the Animal Kingdom
A Complete Guide to the Animal Kingdom (Alexandrian: Une Guide Complet du Règne Animal), often shortened to Animal Kingdom, is a textbook by Julian Zamorano published in 1734 AN. It classified and detailed an unprecedented 3.5 million species (of which 1 million insects). It is considered one of the most complete catalogues on animal species and a hallmark of zoology textbooks.
Zamorano’s work bridges theoretical foundations with practical, detailed explorations of animal diversity, ecology, and conservation, making it an indispensable resource for advanced study and research in the field.
Synopsis
Theme 1: Introduction to Zoology
The first part establishes the foundational principles of zoology, covering its history, scope, and the scientific methods used to study animal life.
Theme 2: Fish and Invertebrates
The second part focuses on the vast diversity of aquatic life, from the simplest invertebrates to complex fish species.
Theme 3: Amphibians
The third part examines the lifecycle, diversity, and ecological significance of amphibians.
Theme 4: Reptiles
The fourth part delves into the biology, diversity, and behaviour of reptiles.
Theme 5: Insects
The fifth part explores the most diverse group of animals, detailing their anatomy, behaviour, and ecological impact.
Theme 6: Birds
The sixth part covers the diversity, anatomy, and behaviour of birds.
Theme 7: Mammals
The seventh part provides an in-depth look at the biology and diversity of mammals, including reproductive strategies and social structures.
Theme 8: Evolution
The final part provides a comprehensive exploration of evolutionary biology, tracing the history of the development of evolutionary theory.
| Theme | Chapter | Pages |
|---|---|---|
| I | 1: The History and Scope of Zoology | 4-25 |
| 2: Fundamental Principles of Animal Life | 26-60 | |
| 3: Research Methods in Zoology | 61-85 | |
| II | 4: Introduction to Aquatic Life | 86-100 |
| 5: The Diversity of Fish | 100-145 | |
| 6: Marine Invertebrates | 145-180 | |
| 7: Cnidarians and Ctenophores | 181-215 | |
| 8: Mollusks | 216-250 | |
| 9: Arthropods of the Sea | 251-265 | |
| 10: Echinoderms - Vascular Systems of the Sea | 266-280 | |
| 11: Conservation of Aquatic Life | 281-310 | |
| III | 12: Introduction to Amphibians | 311-330 |
| 13: Frogs and Toads | 331-365 | |
| 14: Salamanders and Newts | 366-380 | |
| 15: Caecilians - Legless Amphibians | 381-395 | |
| 16: Amphibian Habitats and Ecological Roles | 396-420 | |
| 17: Threats and Conservation of Amphibians | 421-445 | |
| IV | 18: Introduction to Reptilian Biology | 446-470 |
| 19: Turtles and Tortoises | 471-495 | |
| 20: Lizards | 496-530 | |
| 21: Snakes | 531-560 | |
| 22: Crocodilians | 561-580 | |
| 23: Tuataras - Living Fossiles | 581-595 | |
| 24: Reptilian Habitats and Reproduction | 596-620 | |
| 25: Conservation and Challenges for Reptiles | 621-645 | |
| V | 26: Introduction to Insects | 646-670 |
| 27: Beetles | 671-700 | |
| 28: Butterflies and Moths | 701-715 | |
| 29: Ants, Bees, and Wasps | 716-750 | |
| 30: Flies and True Bugs | 751-770 | |
| 31: Aquatic Insects | 771-785 | |
| 32: Worms and Insectoid Invertebrates | 786-810 | |
| 33: Insects in Agriculture | 811-820 | |
| 33: Insect Behaviour and Communication | 821-850 | |
| 34: Conservation of Insects | 851-875 | |
| VI | 35: Introduction to Birds | 876-900 |
| 36: Bird Anatomy and Physiology | 901-930 | |
| 37: Flight and Locomotion | 931-945 | |
| 38: Bird Songs and Communication | 946-970 | |
| 39: Migratory Patterns | 971-985 | |
| 40: Reproduction and Nesting | 986-1010 | |
| 41: Birds of Prey | 1011-1045 | |
| 42: Conservation of Avian Species | 1046-1060 | |
| VII | 43: Introduction to Mammals | 1061-1090 |
| 44: Marsupials and Monotremes | 1091-1100 | |
| 45: Primates - Our Closest Relatives | 1101-1135 | |
| 46: Carnivores | 1136-1165 | |
| 47: Ungulates - Hoofed Mammals | 1166-1185 | |
| 48: Rodents and Lagomorphs | 1186-1210 | |
| 49: Marine Mammals | 1211-1240 | |
| 50: Bats - Flying Mammals | 1241-1260 | |
| 51: Mammalian Reproduction and Parenting | 1261-1275 | |
| 52: Conservation of Mammalian Species | 1276-1290 | |
| VIII | 53: Origins of Evolutionary Thought | 1291-1300 |
| 54: Natural Selection and Adaptation | 1301-1320 | |
| 55: Genetic Drift and Gene Flow | 1321-1335 | |
| 56: Speciation and the Formation of New Species | 1336-1360 | |
| 57: Evolutionary Biology in the Modern Era | 1361-1380 | |
| Appendix: Case Studies of Conservation Programs in Nouvelle
Alexandrie |
1381-1436 | |
Reissues
The Guide has been reissued and expanded through subsequent versions, including a major reissue in 1740 AN that added over 85,000 species (of which 20,000 insects) newly discovered. A reissue in 1745 AN added an appendix with an extensive list of successful conservation programs performed over the years in Nouvelle Alexandrie.
