Here are some of his most notable works:
* "Orang-Outang, sive Homo Sylvestris: or, The Anatomy of a Pygmie Compared with That of a Monkey, an Ape, and a Man" (1699): This groundbreaking work was Tyson's most important contribution to science. It provided a detailed anatomical description of a chimpanzee, which he obtained from a traveling show. He compared its anatomy to that of a monkey, an ape, and a man, concluding that the chimpanzee was more similar to humans than to other primates. This work helped to lay the foundation for the modern understanding of human evolution.
* "Phocae, or the Anatomy of a Porpoise Dissected" (1680): Tyson also conducted detailed anatomical studies of other animals, including the porpoise. This work helped to further his understanding of comparative anatomy and marine biology.
* "The Anatomy of a Pig" (1681): Tyson's work on the anatomy of the pig was considered a significant contribution to the understanding of animal anatomy.
* "The Anatomy of a Crocodile" (1683): This work was another example of Tyson's interest in comparative anatomy and his study of diverse animal species.
Beyond these specific works, Tyson also contributed to the field of anatomy through his extensive anatomical studies and publications, which helped to advance the understanding of both human and animal anatomy.
It's important to note that some of Tyson's work has been criticized for its racist and colonialist implications, particularly his comparison of the chimpanzee to "primitive" peoples. However, his work remains important for its contribution to the study of anatomy and our understanding of the natural world.