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Finding Materials on Animals in the Library
Forbes Library uses the Cutter Expansive Classification system to order books throughout the library. Under this system you will find books on animals shelved under the following call numbers:
| O | Zoology |
|---|---|
| OS | Spiders |
| OU-OW | Insects |
| PC-PD | Fish |
| PE-PF | Reptiles and amphibians |
| PG | Birds |
| PH-PT | Mammals |
| PW-PZ | Humans, Anthropology |
| QV | Animal health, Veterinary medicine |
| RK | Domesticated animals, including pets |
Materials with these call numbers can be found in the reading room (new books), on the mezzanine, in the reference collection, in the children's room, and in our collection of documentary films.
Finding Journal Articles and Reference Sources
- Science Online (library access | home access)
Science Online is a complete reference database containing thousands of entries covering animal anatomy, anthropology and archaeology, astronomy and space technology, atomic physics, biochemistry, biology, botany, chemistry, computer science, earth science, environmental science, general science, genetics, health and medicine, human anatomy and physiology, marine science, physics, and weather and climate.
Provided through the C/WMARS library network.
- Science In Context
Gale Science in Context is an engaging online experience for those seeking contextual information on hundreds of today’s most significant science topics. The new solution merges Gale’s authoritative reference content with full-text magazines, academic journals, news articles, experiments, images, videos, audio files and links to vetted websites organized into a user-friendly portal experience.
- Salem Science (library access | home access)
This suite of databases includes the complete contents of Salem Press's Encyclopedia of Global Resources, Forensic Science, and The Solar System, in a searchable online format.
Provided by Forbes Library -- requires a 14-digit Forbes Library card to log in.
- Credo Reference
Credo Reference covers every major subject, including science, with easy access to trusted content from over 70 of the world's leading academic publishers. This aggregate database includes 538 hundred highly-regarded reference titles, and seamless linking to other valuable and trusted information sources to speed your research.
Websites: Wildlife
- MassWildlife
Massachusetts division of Fisheries and Wildlife. Maps, outdoor recreation areas, hunting regulations, wildlife viewing areas, and also, information on what to do if you find an injured animal.
- MassWildlife- Keeping Captive / Exotic Wildlife
Information on what animals may be legally kept as pets in Massachusetts and a summary of relevant legislation including permits and exemptions.
- Wildlife Rehabilitator's Association of Massachusetts
Find a bird? Find a mammal? Step by step guides for what to do next.
Websites: Pets
- MSPCA
Find a pet, donate, or read the newsletter.
- Dakin Pioneer Valley Humane Society
Find a pet or find out how to volunteer.
- PetFinder
Search for pets by state.
- USDA Pet Travel
This page provides basic information on domestic and international travel of common pets and other animals.