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Some 300 species of amphibians inhabit North America. This volume reflects the enormous growth in interest about amphibians and the increased intensity of scientific research into their fascinating biology and continent-wide distribution that has occurred during the past two decades. This atlas presents the spectacular diversity of North American amphibians in a geographic context. It covers all formally recognized amphibian species found in the U.S. and Canada, many of which are endangered or threatened with extinction. Maps and accounts of each species provide current information about distribution, habitat and conservation. Researchers, professional herpetologists, and interested readers will value this volume as a guide and reference. Designed for portability, North American Amphibians features complete distribution maps and color photographs.
This atlas documents the distribution and diversity of North American amphibians, highlighting the significant growth in research and interest over the past two decades. The volume covers all recognized amphibian species in the U.S. and Canada, many of which face endangerment. It provides detailed distribution maps, habitat information, and conservation status for each species, utilizing current scientific data and research. The book is designed as a portable reference for researchers, herpetologists, and general readers interested in amphibian biology.
This volume is presented as a valuable guide and reference for researchers, professional herpetologists, and interested readers. Its focus on current distribution, habitat, and conservation information for all North American amphibian species, including those that are endangered, positions it as a key resource in the field. The inclusion of detailed maps and color photographs enhances its utility as both an informative text and a portable field companion.
Page Count:
352
Publication Date:
2014-02-28
Publisher:
Univ of California Press
ISBN-10:
0520266722
ISBN-13:
9780520266728
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