Amphibians And Reptiles Of The West Indies
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Author |
: Albert Schwartz |
Publisher |
: University Press of Florida |
Total Pages |
: 720 |
Release |
: 1991 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0813010497 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780813010496 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (97 Downloads) |
Synopsis Amphibians and Reptiles of the West Indies by : Albert Schwartz
This meticulous book summarizes all available information on West Indian herpetofauna. Using data from more than 6,000 pages of field notes and 1,000 literature sources, Schwartz and Henderson present a detailed account of every known reptile and amphibian species existing on the numerous islands of the West Indies. For each (almost 600), they offer a complete synopsis, including description, holotype, source of illustrations, and range map. A section on natural history summarizes what is known about the habitat, microhabitat, economic bearing, food habits, and reproduction of each animal, and in some cases it shows how these traits change from island to island. In opening remarks, the authors plead eloquently for awareness of the rampant environmental degradation taking place on the islands. For every herpetologist, biologist, ecologist, or biogeographer with an interest in the Antillean biota, Amphibians and Reptiles will become the source from which all future research proceeds.
Author |
: Robert W. Henderson |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 530 |
Release |
: 2009 |
ISBN-10 |
: STANFORD:36105215328365 |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (65 Downloads) |
Synopsis Natural History of West Indian Reptiles and Amphibians by : Robert W. Henderson
The reference source that biologists interested in West Indian herpetofauna have been waiting for.--Steven Reichling, curator, Memphis Zoo A state-of-the-art compendium. The West Indies is one of the hottest of the world's biodiversity hot spots and will continue to be a focus of ecological research, now invigorated by this definitive synthesis.--S. Blair Hedges, Pennsylvania State University 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.
Author |
: Brian I. Crother |
Publisher |
: Elsevier |
Total Pages |
: 536 |
Release |
: 1999-06-02 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780080528588 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0080528589 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (88 Downloads) |
Synopsis Caribbean Amphibians and Reptiles by : Brian I. Crother
Amphibians and reptiles are the most numerous, diverse, and frequently encountered animals on the Caribbean islands. This book provides a variety of perspectives on this amazing group of organisms. Caribbean Amphibians and Reptiles, compiled by an international team of zoologists, takes a fresh and detailed look at the complex biological puzzle of the Caribbean. The first true overview of the islands, it includes a historical examination of the people who have studied the Caribbean amphibians and reptiles. The book reviews the ecology, evolutionary history, and biogeographic explanations for the origins and diversity of the region's fauna with island-by-island coverage. It puts the Caribbean in perspective by comparing the islands to Central America and its amphibian reptile diversity. Additionally, the book includes figures, tables, and color plates which bring to life some of the region's most spectacular creatures.Key Features* Presents the first complete review of amphibians and reptiles in the Caribbean* Includes color plates and island maps* Contributors are recognized authorities in the field
Author |
: Thomas Barbour |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 170 |
Release |
: 1914 |
ISBN-10 |
: UCAL:C2671441 |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (41 Downloads) |
Synopsis A Contribution to the Zoögeography of the West Indies by : Thomas Barbour
Author |
: Thomas Barbour |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 359 |
Release |
: 1914 |
ISBN-10 |
: LCCN:a21000471 |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (71 Downloads) |
Synopsis A Contribution to the Zoögeography of the West Indies by : Thomas Barbour
Author |
: Albert Schwartz |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 194 |
Release |
: 1985 |
ISBN-10 |
: UTEXAS:059173023179880 |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (80 Downloads) |
Synopsis A Guide to the Identification of the Amphibians and Reptiles of the West Indies (exclusive of Hispaniola) by : Albert Schwartz
Author |
: William Plannette MacLean |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 1977 |
ISBN-10 |
: OCLC:1367968734 |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (34 Downloads) |
Synopsis Island Lists of West Indies Amphibians and Reptiles by : William Plannette MacLean
Author |
: Karl Patterson Schmidt |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 15 |
Release |
: 1926 |
ISBN-10 |
: LCCN:26020756 |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (56 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Amphibians and Reptiles of Mona Island, West Indies by : Karl Patterson Schmidt
Author |
: Thomas Barbour |
Publisher |
: Nabu Press |
Total Pages |
: 168 |
Release |
: 2014-02-23 |
ISBN-10 |
: 129469703X |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781294697039 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (3X Downloads) |
Synopsis A Contribution to the Zoogeography of the West Indies by : Thomas Barbour
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Author |
: Robert W. Henderson |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 448 |
Release |
: 2018-03-12 |
ISBN-10 |
: 3899734831 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9783899734836 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (31 Downloads) |
Synopsis Amphibians And Reptiles Of The St. Vincent And Gre by : Robert W. Henderson
In the Eastern Caribbean, the more than 40 islands of the St. VIncent Bank and the Grenada Bank (Grenada and the Grenadine Islands) harbor at least 32 species of frogs and reptiles. LIke many West Indian islands, the combined herpetofaunas of the two island banks comprise a mixture of native (including island and bank endemics) and introduced species. THey include species that are virtually ubiquitous to those that have precariously limited distributions and are critically endangered, a condition largely attributable to habitat destruction and the impact of introduced species. THis book provides a compilation of our current knowledge of the frogs and reptiles of the two island banks and raises concerns for their futures.