Amphibians and Reptiles in Minnesota

Amphibians and Reptiles in Minnesota

Author: John J. Moriarty

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780816690916

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A comprehensive source for discovering, identifying, and learning about any of the state's fifty-three amphibian and reptile species, from the common American Toad to the little-seen Western Ratsnake. Including current information about designations of species in need of protection, this reference covers the latest research and work on environmental threats and conservation measures, such as the deformed frog phenomenon, turtle-protection legislation, climate change, and habitat restoration. With more than two hundred photographs, written descriptions, county-based maps, habitat and distribution data, life histories, and circular keys to adult and larval specimens, the book brings readers up to date on Minnesota's new species and changes to scientific names.


Amphibians and Reptiles Native to Minnesota

Amphibians and Reptiles Native to Minnesota

Author: Barney Oldfield

Publisher: U of Minnesota Press

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 252

ISBN-13: 9780816623846

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Offers substantial information designed for use by both amateurs and specialists and useful to residents of other Upper Midwest states and bordering Canadian provinces as well. Introductory chapters present the history of herpetology in Minnesota, the preferred habitats of these species, techniques


Minnesota's Endangered Flora and Fauna

Minnesota's Endangered Flora and Fauna

Author: Barbara Coffin

Publisher: U of Minnesota Press

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 492

ISBN-13: 0816616892

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Provides information on status, habitat, identification, and conservation recommendations for endangered species of plants, animals, and insects


Reptiles & Amphibians of Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan Field Guide

Reptiles & Amphibians of Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan Field Guide

Author: Stan Tekiela

Publisher: Adventure Publications

Published: 2014-03-11

Total Pages: 237

ISBN-13: 1591934567

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Learn to identify all the turtles, snakes, lizards, salamanders, frogs, and toads in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan. Get to know the amphibians and reptiles of the Upper Midwest! With Stan Tekiela’s famous field guide, identification is simple and informative. There’s no need to look through dozens of photos of species that don’t live in your area. This book features 68 species—all the turtles, snakes, lizards, salamanders, frogs, and toads in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan. Do you see a turtle and don’t know what it is? Go to the turtle section to find out. Book Features: 68 species—all the turtles, snakes, lizards, salamanders, frogs, and toads in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan Crisp, professional images that include color variations, bellies, scales, juveniles, and more Detailed Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan range maps Information that’s easily used by beginners and the experienced alike, complete with frog and toad croaking charts and status classifications Stan’s Notes with interesting facts and natural history information not found in other field guides Grab this handy book for your next outdoors adventure to help ensure that you positively identify the amphibians and reptiles you see.


Reptiles & Amphibians of Minnesota Field Guide

Reptiles & Amphibians of Minnesota Field Guide

Author: Stan Tekiela

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781591930068

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Naturalist Tekiela provides information about all 50 of the state's herps, including safe-handling tips, habitat, behavior, size, description, and more. 98 full-color photos.