Amphibians of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East

A Photographic Guide

AvChristophe Dufresnes

Häftad, Engelska, 2019

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Packed with outstanding photographs, this practical, compact yet comprehensive reference is the definitive guide to all 139 amphibian species found in the Western Palearctic and adjacent regions.From familiar frogs and toads to striking salamanders and newts, the detailed text describes each species' appearance, habitat and behaviour, and includes useful information on their classifications, ecology and life cycles. Grouped by families for ease of use, every account includes an accurate distribution map and colour photographs annotated with crucial details to help swiftly identify species in the field.Written by field biologist Christophe Dufresnes, this is the ultimate photographic guide for amateurs and expert herpetologists alike.

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Utgivningsdatum:2019-01-10
Mått:114 x 188 x 13 mm
Vikt:295 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Bloomsbury Naturalist
Antal sidor:224
Förlag:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
ISBN:9781472941374

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Christophe Dufresnes is a French herpetologist and researcher. After obtaining a masters degree in the wilderness of the Australian outback, Christophe earned a PhD at the University of Lausanne. His primary research relates to the genetics, diversity and conservation of amphibians and involves expeditions all over Europe.

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ForewordIntroductionAmphibian EvolutionAmphibian ClassificationAmphibian Diversity in the Western PalearcticThe Amphibian Life Cycle Threats and Conservation How to Use This BookGlossary ANURA Alytidae Bombinatoridae Pelodytidae Pelobatidae Hylidae Bufonidae Ranidae – Genus Rana Ranidae – Genus Pelophylax Exotic Species CAUDATA Salamandridae 1 – Small Newts Salamandridae 2 – Crested and Marbled Newts Salamandridae 3 – Banded and Spotted Newts Salamandridae 4 – Brook and Ribbed Newts Salamandridae 5 – True Salamanders Salamandridae 6 – Lycian SalamandersPlethodontidae – Lungless SalamandersOther Caudata SUBSPECIES APPENDIXAcknowledgementsImage Credits Further Reading and Resources Index of Scientific Names Index of Common Names