Natural history of West Indian reptiles and amphibians / Robert W. Henderson and Robert Powell.

By:

Henderson, Robert W, 1945-

Contributor(s):

Powell, Robert, 1948-

Publication details: Gainesville : University Press of Florida, 2009.Description: xxiv, 495 pages : illustrations, maps ; 29 cmContent type:

text

Media type:

unmediated

Carrier type:

volume

ISBN:

9780813033945
0813033942

Subject(s):

Additional physical formats: Natural history of West Indian reptiles and amphibians.DDC classification:

597.909729 22

LOC classification:

QL656.5.A1 H46 2009

Contents:

Pt. I. Amphibia -- Anura -- pt. II. Reptilia -- Squamata (lizards) -- Squamata (amphisbaenians) -- Squamata (snakes) -- Testudines -- Crocodilia.

Summary: "The West Indies have become a major focus for biologists and conservationists. Its herpetofauna is considered one of the richest and most vulnerable in the world. These fragile natural environments are home to many unique animals that occur only on these islands. Loss of habitat, development of scenic areas for a burgeoning tourist industry, and the introduction of invasive species have contributed to an already tenuous situation for many of the region s native species." "This volume summarizes the natural history of each of the more than seven hundred species of frogs and reptiles that live in the West Indies. Sure to be the starting point for all future research on West Indian amphibians and reptiles, it will be an essential companion to the biologist contemplating or conducting research in the area."--BOOK JACKET.

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Includes bibliographical references and index.

Pt. I. Amphibia -- Anura -- pt. II. Reptilia -- Squamata (lizards) -- Squamata (amphisbaenians) -- Squamata (snakes) -- Testudines -- Crocodilia.

"The West Indies have become a major focus for biologists and conservationists. Its herpetofauna is considered one of the richest and most vulnerable in the world. These fragile natural environments are home to many unique animals that occur only on these islands. Loss of habitat, development of scenic areas for a burgeoning tourist industry, and the introduction of invasive species have contributed to an already tenuous situation for many of the region s native species." "This volume summarizes the natural history of each of the more than seven hundred species of frogs and reptiles that live in the West Indies. Sure to be the starting point for all future research on West Indian amphibians and reptiles, it will be an essential companion to the biologist contemplating or conducting research in the area."--BOOK JACKET.

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