The history of creation, or The development of the earth and its inhabitants by the action of natural causes, London, Henry S. King, 1876, evolution, This illustration showcases the skeletal structures of the hands of nine different mammals, labeled for educational reference. Each figure is numbered and corresponds to a specific species, highlighting the similarities and differences in bone structure across these animals. The species represented include humans, gorillas, orangutans, dogs, seals, porpoises, bats, moles, and duck-bills. The image emphasizes comparative anatomy, drawing attention to the unique adaptations related to each mammal's environment and lifestyle.