Joshua M. Kapfer – författare

What's New: Distills detailed expert entries from Amphibians and Reptiles of Wisconsin into easily accessible snippets, with a focus on identification, behavior, and common habitat associations "Did You Know?" sidebars throughout spotlight fun facts Summarizes measurements reported in the larger volume, providing a mean or range and separating by sex Updates the county-level maps to include subsequent county records that were published in Herpetological Review through June 2024 Updates taxonomy based on recent changes Updates keys to address species name changes and modifies the key to Wisconsin's amphibian eggs Field Guide to Wisconsin Reptiles and Amphibians is the perfect resource for anyone interested in the Upper Midwest's distinctive herpetological fauna. Cataloging the thirty-six species of reptiles and eighteen species of amphibians that are found within the state, this accessible field guide includes well over one hundred color photographs and illustrations, state-level and North American range maps, and dichotomous keys and summarizes essential information to expand public awareness and appreciation of Wisconsin's natural legacy. Based on the comprehensive, state-of-the-field encyclopedic volume published in 2022, Amphibians and Reptiles of Wisconsin, this companion text focuses on identification and basic ecological information. Each entry provides a description of adult and preadult individuals, while also reviewing their typical habitats and behaviors. The "Did You Know?" sidebars highlight fun and interesting facts about each species. Designed as an easy-to-use, quick field resource for biologists and hobbyists, this travel-sized guide will be a lasting resource for anyone eager to identify and learn about these ecologically important species.