Reptiles and Amphibians For Dummies

Reptiles and Amphibians For Dummies

Author: Patricia Bartlett

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2011-05-09

Total Pages: 383

ISBN-13: 1118068815

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Packed with tips to care for your special critter Choose the right lizard, turtle, or snake - and give your pet the best care Fanatical about frogs? Gaga over geckos? This essential guide tells you what you must know before you own a reptile or amphibian, with authoritative advice on everything from proper caging and feeding to health care, socializing, transporting, and more. You'll find out about the different species, normal and abnormal behavior, the basics of breeding, and complying with laws. The Dummies Way * Explanations in plain English * "Get in, get out" information * Icons and other navigational aids * Tear-out cheat sheet * Top ten lists * A dash of humor and fun


Essential Reptiles

Essential Reptiles

Author: K. A. Hale

Publisher: ABDO

Published: 2021-12-15

Total Pages: 115

ISBN-13: 1098215931

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This book examines Earth's reptiles, highlighting a diverse selection of 22 notable species from around the world. A blend of narrative text, authoritative nonfiction content, fact boxes, and vivid photos bring these amazing reptiles to life. Features include a glossary, online resources, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.


Amphibians, Reptiles, and Their Habitats at Sabino Canyon

Amphibians, Reptiles, and Their Habitats at Sabino Canyon

Author: David Wentworth Lazaroff

Publisher: University of Arizona Press

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 9780816524952

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Even in paradise, one needs to be mindful of whatÕs underfoot. The Sabino Canyon Recreation Area is a desert oasis in the Santa Catalina Mountains north of Tucson, a rich repository of wildlife and a favorite destination for Tucsonans and visitors for more than a century. This book presents annotated and illustrated descriptions of the amphibians and reptiles found at Sabino Canyon and an overview of their natural environment. Representing a study spanning nearly twenty-five years, it documents their present and past distribution and examines environmental and herpetofaunal change due to physical, biological, and human impact on species and habitats. In this first publication to describe Sabino CanyonÕs biota in scientific detail, three expert authors pool their knowledge to provide a detailed discussion of ecological changeÑespecially as a consequence of drought, flooding, the introduction of exotic species, and direct human impact. Suburbia has arrived on the canyonÕs doorstep, and human visitation has soared, inalterably affecting the area. Of particular concern, breeding habitats for amphibians were profoundly altered by flash flooding in SabinoÕs streams following the 2003 Aspen Fire, which ravaged large parts of the Santa Catalina Mountains. The book contains richly detailed accounts of the 57 species found at SabinoÑ25 snakes, 17 lizards, 8 toads and frogs, 6 turtles, and 1 salamanderÑemphasizing their local ecology and the behavior likely to be witnessed by visitors. Physical descriptions and numerous photographsÑmany in colorÑfacilitate identification. Up-to-date distribution maps provide an essential baseline against which future researchers can measure change. Amphibians, Reptiles, and Their Habitats at Sabino Canyon is essential for anyone who seeks to understand this desert oasis, how it has changed, and how it may change in the future. Written with minimal technical jargon to make it as useful to students and visitors as it will be to scientists and resource managers, it makes a vital contribution to our understanding of creatures underfoot whose habitat we seek to share.


Encyclopedia of North American Reptiles and Amphibians

Encyclopedia of North American Reptiles and Amphibians

Author: Chris Mattison

Publisher:

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781592234271

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Presents a comprehensive guide to reptiles and amphibians of North America, and contains full-color illustrated photographs and drawings that describe eighty-two species, their body structure, habitats, and much more.


Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Illinois

Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Illinois

Author: Christopher A. Phillips

Publisher: University of Illinois Press

Published: 2022-06-28

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 0252053257

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The second edition of the Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Illinois offers up-to-date information on the state’s 102 species of frogs and toads, salamanders, turtles, lizards, and snakes. Detailed descriptions by the authors include habitats, distinguishing features, behaviors, and other facts, while revised range maps and full-color photographs help users recognize animals in the field. In addition, an identification key and easy-to-navigate page layouts guide readers through extensive background material on each species' population, diet, predators, reproduction, and conservation status. A one-of-a-kind resource, the Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Illinois is a definitive guide aimed at biologists, teachers, students, wildlife specialists, natural resource managers, conservationists, law enforcement officials, landowners, hobbyists, and everyone else eager to explore herpetology and nature in the Prairie State.


Ocean and Sea

Ocean and Sea

Author: Steve Parker

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 6

ISBN-13: 054533022X

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An introduction to Earth's oceans, covering water, geology, tides, waves, coastlines, and ocean life, and presenting numerous photographs.


Mader's Reptile and Amphibian Medicine and Surgery- E-Book

Mader's Reptile and Amphibian Medicine and Surgery- E-Book

Author: Stephen J. Divers

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2018-11-30

Total Pages: 1793

ISBN-13: 0323482481

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**Selected for Doody's Core Titles® 2024 in Veterinary Medicine** Known as "the bible" of herpetological medicine and surgery, Mader's Reptile and Amphibian Medicine and Surgery, 3rd Edition edited by Stephen Divers and Scott Stahl provides a complete veterinary reference for reptiles and amphibians, including specific sections on practice management and development; taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, behavior, stress and welfare; captive husbandry and management including nutrition, heating and lighting; infectious diseases and laboratory sciences; clinical techniques and procedures; sedation, anesthesia and analgesia; diagnostic imaging; endoscopy; medicine; surgery; therapy; differential diagnoses by clinical signs; specific disease/condition summaries; population health and public health; and legal topics. Well-organized and concise, this new edition covers just about everything related to reptiles and amphibians by utilizing an international array of contributing authors that were selected based on their recognized specialization and expertise, bringing a truly global perspective to this essential text!


The Rise of Reptiles

The Rise of Reptiles

Author: Hans-Dieter Sues

Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press

Published: 2019-08-06

Total Pages: 401

ISBN-13: 1421428679

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Accurate, synthetic, and sweeping, The Rise of Reptiles is the definitive work on the subject.


Reptiles and Amphibians

Reptiles and Amphibians

Author: Mark O'Shea

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Published: 2010-07-01

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 1405369981

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A new edition of the clearest, most authoritative guide to reptiles and amphibians you will find From the Tomato Frog to the Cornsnake, discover over 400 species of reptiles and amphibians from around the world. 600 incredible photos, annotations and detailed descriptions highlighting chief characteristics and distinguishing marks will help you to identify different species quickly and easily. Covers everything from anatomy and lifecycle to behaviour and includes maps showing you the geographical distribution of each species. Perfect for nature lovers.