Caribbean Amphibians and Reptiles
Caribbean Amphibians and Reptiles

Author: Brian I. Crother

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 1999-06-02

Total Pages: 536

ISBN-13: 0080528589

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Amphibians and reptiles are the most numerous, diverse, and frequently encountered animals on the Caribbean islands. This book provides a variety of perspectives on this amazing group of organisms. Caribbean Amphibians and Reptiles, compiled by an international team of zoologists, takes a fresh and detailed look at the complex biological puzzle of the Caribbean. The first true overview of the islands, it includes a historical examination of the people who have studied the Caribbean amphibians and reptiles. The book reviews the ecology, evolutionary history, and biogeographic explanations for the origins and diversity of the region's fauna with island-by-island coverage. It puts the Caribbean in perspective by comparing the islands to Central America and its amphibian reptile diversity. Additionally, the book includes figures, tables, and color plates which bring to life some of the region's most spectacular creatures.Key Features* Presents the first complete review of amphibians and reptiles in the Caribbean* Includes color plates and island maps* Contributors are recognized authorities in the field

The Conservation and Biogeography of Amphibians in the Caribbean
The Conservation and Biogeography of Amphibians in the Caribbean

Author: Neftalí Ríos-López

Publisher: Pelagic Publishing Ltd

Published: 2023-02-28

Total Pages: 568

ISBN-13: 178427268X

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An expansive and detailed review of the biology of Caribbean amphibians, considering their threats, conservation and outlook in a changing world. Amphibians are the group of vertebrates undergoing the fastest rate of extinction; it is urgent that we understand the causes of this and find means of protecting them. This landmark illustrated volume brings together the leading experts in the field. As well as offering an overview of the region as a whole, individual chapters are devoted to each island or island-group and the measures used to protect their amphibians through legislation or nature reserves. The biological background of insular biogeography, including its methods, analysis and results, is reviewed and applied specifically to the problems of Caribbean amphibians – this includes a re-examination of patterns and general ideas about the status of amphibians in the Anthropocene. The Conservation and Biogeography of Amphibians in the Caribbean offers an important baseline against which future amphibian conservation can be measured in the face of climate change, rising sea level and a burgeoning human population. Covers over 300 species.

The Herpetology of Hispaniola
The Herpetology of Hispaniola

Author: Doris Mable Cochran

Publisher:

Published: 1941

Total Pages: 428

ISBN-13:

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This study of the herpetology has been undertaken for the purpose of advancing the survey of the amphibian and reptile fauna of the Greater Antilles. Of these islands Hispaniola has remained the least known faunistically until the past two decades, during which time thorough collecting in certain regions has multiplied the number of species known to science.

Naturalized Reptiles and Amphibians of the World
Naturalized Reptiles and Amphibians of the World

Author: Christopher Lever

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 342

ISBN-13: 9780198507710

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This book describes how the various alien reptiles and amphibians now living in the wild throughout the world were first introduced, how they subsequently became naturalized, their present distribution and status in those countries to which they were introduced, and their ecological and socio-economic impact on the native biota and local economies. Many species have had a more or less neutral impact, being neither beneficial nor harmful. However, several have had a positive ecological or socio-economic impact, while some such as the cane toad, have had an extremely destructive effect.The criteria for inclusion of a species are that it should have been imported from its natural range to a new country by human agency--either accidentally or deliberately--and that it should currently be established in the wild in self-maintaining and self-perpetuating populations unsupported by and independent of mankind.

Crocodiles
Crocodiles

Author: International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources. Crocodile Specialist Group. Working Meeting

Publisher: IUCN

Published: 1982

Total Pages: 416

ISBN-13: 9782880322090

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