Frogs Toads Lizards And Salamanders

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of a variety of frogs, toads, lizards, and salamanders.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of a variety of frogs, toads, lizards, and salamanders.

Collects essays of thirty-seven European scientists on the biology and ecology of the Amphibian species, from tree frogs to sand toads.

This book is a non-technical guide to the biology and identification of both the amphibians and reptiles of British Columbia. The first section explores the general biology of amphibians and reptiles, including aspects of their fossil history, distribution and habitats, anatomy and physiology, behavior and development, and relationships with humans. The second section contains detailed accounts of each species that occurs in British Columbia, including native species and introduced species.

". . . encourage[s] hope and resilience in times of devastating damage."—New York Review of Books This user-friendly guide is the only complete resource that identifies and describes all the amphibians and reptiles—salamanders, frogs and toads, lizards, snakes, and tortoises and turtles—that live in California. The species are described in richly detailed accounts that include range maps, lifelike color paintings by Robert C. Stebbins, clear drawings of various life stages including eggs, notes on natural history, and conservation status. Easy-to-use keys for every order help identify species, and informative chapters cover more general topics including evolution, habitat loss, and photography. Throughout, anecdotes and observations reveal new insights into the lives of California’s abundant but often hidden amphibians and reptiles.

Comprehensive book offering practical guidance and advice to kids who want to keep a more unusual pet.

Examines the habitat and characteristics of several snakes, lizards, turtles and tortoises, and crocodilians in the reptile class; and describes the range, traits, and behavior of frogs and toads, newts and salamanders of the amphibian class.