"Examines the adaptations and life of lungless salamanders"--

Do you love amphibians? Did you know that some do not have lungs? Read this book to learn about lungless salamanders' amazing adaptations.

Through its emphasis on recent research, its many summary tables, and its bibliography of more than 4,000 entries, this first modern, synthetic treatment of comparative amphibian environmental physiology emerges as the definitive reference for the field. Forty internationally respected experts review the primary data, examine current research trends, and identify productive avenues for future research.

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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have your very own pet salamander? Salamanders are a type of amphibian that most people know very little about, but they are unusual creatures that the world needs to be more educated on. With the right amount of research and dedication, anyone can become a salamander owner if they are truly interested. In this book, you will learn: • Information about different salamander breeds. • What makes amphibians and reptiles different from each other. • How to find the right salamander for you. • What you’ll need to be the perfect salamander owner. • How to properly care for your new pet. • How to keep your salamander healthy. • What makes salamanders unique. • And more! This book is designed both for those interested in owning a salamander of their own and for those that are just interested in learning more about them. Getting a pet salamander starts with gaining as much information about these incredible creatures as possible. You should always be fully prepared before you decide to bring one of these new pets into your home. Therefore, use this book to get you started with everything you need to know about properly raising and caring for a salamander of your own. About the Expert Molly Weinfurter has been fascinated with salamanders ever since she saw one during a camping trip when she was little, and she spent a lot of her childhood reading and researching about them so that she could get a salamander of her own. Throughout her life, she had two pet salamanders: Sally and Sammy. Unfortunately, she currently does not have any salamanders of her own anymore, but she would love to care for more in the future. She is originally from Wisconsin, but she moved to Florida where she graduated from college with a bachelor’s degree in creative writing. With her writing skills, she spends most of her time writing about all different types of pets and animals. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

Salamanders of the Old World is a new in-depth reference work covering all the salamander species of Europe, Asia, and North Africa. A marvellous addition for the herp community that comes recommended for researchers, managers, conservationists, students, and salamander enthusiasts. Salamanders of the Old World • features information on biology and life history of salamanders • includes over 150 species of Europe, Asia, and North Africa • richly illustrated • focuses on habitat, behaviour, and reproduction • information on identification, eggs and larvae, and threats and species conservation • distribution maps for all species • an extensive reference list. Published in cooperation between KNNV Publishing and Naturalis Biodiversity Centre (The Netherlands).

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Featuring more than 475 full-color photographs and 182 maps, this comprehensive guide to the state's diverse herpetofauna makes accessible a wealth of information about 170 species of frogs, salamanders, crocodilians, lizards, snakes, and turtles, including species attributes, behavior, life cycles, habitat, and more.