Author
E. Lendell Cockrum
1920-2009
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Books by E. Lendell Cockrum
Geographic Variation in Red-backed Mice (Genus Clethrionomys) of the Southern Rocky Mountain Region
"Geographic Variation in Red-backed Mice (Genus Clethrionomys) of the Southern Rocky Mountain Region" by E. Lendell Cockrum and Kenneth L. Fitch is a scientific publication written in the early 1950s. The book serves as a detailed examination of the red-backed mice, specifically focusing on their geographic variation across the southern Rocky Mountain region. Through this work, the authors aim to clarify the taxonomic status of these small mammals and recognize unnamed subspecies in the area. The book presents extensive findings based on the authors’ research into the red-backed mice, comparing physical characteristics such as pelage and cranial measurements across various geographic variants. The study identifies several distinct subspecies within the genus Clethrionomys, utilizing collected specimens from multiple locations in Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, and Arizona. Through detailed descriptions and taxonomic analysis, the authors provide insights into the morphological traits that differentiate these subspecies, contributing valuable knowledge to the field of mammalian biology and aiding in understanding the ecological adaptations of these mice within their diverse habitats.
A New Pocket Mouse (Genus Perognathus) from Kansas
"A New Pocket Mouse (Genus Perognathus) from Kansas" by E. Lendell Cockrum is a scientific publication written in the early 1950s. This work presents a detailed description of a new subspecies of pocket mouse, specifically named Perognathus flavus bunkeri, discovered in Kansas and its surrounding regions. The book is part of the University of Kansas Publications aimed at furthering the understanding of mammalian life in the Midwest. In this publication, Cockrum outlines the morphological characteristics that distinguish the newly classified subspecies from its closest relatives. The text details the size, coloration, and cranial measurements of Perognathus flavus bunkeri, providing comparisons with other subspecies to illustrate its unique traits. The descriptions include aspects of the mouse's habitat and geographic range, covering areas in western Nebraska, eastern Colorado, western Kansas, and western Oklahoma. Furthermore, the paper pays tribute to the contributions of Charles Dean Bunker to the study of Kansas mammals, indicating both scientific rigor and historical significance in the field of mammalogy.