TY  - BOOK
AU  - Henderson, Robert W.,
AU  - Powell, Robert,
TI  - Natural history of West Indian reptiles and amphibians
SN  - 9780813033945
AV  - QL656.5.A1 H46 2009
U1  - 597.909729 22
PY  - 2009///
CY  - Gainesville
PB  - University Press of Florida
KW  - Reptiles
KW  - West Indies
KW  - Amphibians
KW  - fast
N1  - Includes bibliographical references and index; Pt. I. Amphibia -- Anura -- pt. II. Reptilia -- Squamata (lizards) -- Squamata (amphisbaenians) -- Squamata (snakes) -- Testudines -- Crocodilia
N2  - "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
ER  -