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What is an amphibian?In this book we explore the characteristics and life cycle of these amazing creatures.
Author : Enlighten Press
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 37,35 MB
Release : 2016-10-15
Category : Amphibians
ISBN : 9781925547108
What is an amphibian?In this book we explore the characteristics and life cycle of these amazing creatures.
Author : Greg Pyers
Publisher : Heinemann-Raintree Library
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 20,42 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781410920188
Amphibians are one group of animals. There are about 4200 species, or kinds, of amphibians. Frogs, salamanders, newts and toads are amphibians. But lizards, otters and seals are not. So what makes an amphibian an amphibian? In this book we will look closely at one amphibian, the red-eyed tree-frog, to find out.
Author : Carla Gunn
Publisher : Coach House Books
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 49,59 MB
Release : 2005-04-14
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1770560130
Shortlisted for the Commonwealth Writers' Prize for Best First Book! Nine-year-old Phineas William Walsh has an encyclopedic knowledge of the natural world. What he can't understand is people and why they're poisoning the planet around him. Shouldn't everyone be losing sleep over the fact that so many animals are on the endangered species list?
Author : David M. Green
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 14,84 MB
Release : 2014-02-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 0520266722
"The frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts that inhabit North America, numbering nearly 300 species, represent immense variation in form, habitat, distribution and ecology. This volume discusses the diversity of these animals in relation to the historical geography of the North American continent and portrays all of the formally recognized amphibian species to be found in the United States and Canada within a geographical context. Each species is presented with a color photograph, an account of its range, habitat and conservation status, and an up-to-date, full color range map that depicts its known occurrences in relation to the topography of the landscape. This volume reflects the enormous growth in interest about amphibians and increased intensity of scientific research into their biology and distribution that has occurred during the past two decades"--
Author : Katharine Hall
Publisher : Arbordale Publishing
Page : 19 pages
File Size : 27,14 MB
Release : 2015-09-10
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1628555513
What makes a frog an amphibian but a snake a reptile? Both classes may lay eggs, but they have different skin coverings and breathe in different ways. Pages of fun facts will help kids identify each animal in the class like a pro after reading the fourth book in Arbordale’s Compare and Contrast series. Similar to Polar Bears and Penguins, Clouds and Trees; Amphibians and Reptiles uses stunning photographs and simple non-fiction text to get kids thinking about the similarities and differences between these two animal classes.
Author : Patricia Bartlett
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 383 pages
File Size : 13,7 MB
Release : 2011-05-09
Category : Pets
ISBN : 1118068815
Packed with tips to care for your special critter Choose the right lizard, turtle, or snake - and give your pet the best care Fanatical about frogs? Gaga over geckos? This essential guide tells you what you must know before you own a reptile or amphibian, with authoritative advice on everything from proper caging and feeding to health care, socializing, transporting, and more. You'll find out about the different species, normal and abnormal behavior, the basics of breeding, and complying with laws. The Dummies Way * Explanations in plain English * "Get in, get out" information * Icons and other navigational aids * Tear-out cheat sheet * Top ten lists * A dash of humor and fun
Author : Kentwood D. Wells
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 1162 pages
File Size : 50,17 MB
Release : 2010-02-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 0226893332
Consisting of more than six thousand species, amphibians are more diverse than mammals and are found on every continent save Antarctica. Despite the abundance and diversity of these animals, many aspects of the biology of amphibians remain unstudied or misunderstood. The Ecology and Behavior of Amphibians aims to fill this gap in the literature on this remarkable taxon. It is a celebration of the diversity of amphibian life and the ecological and behavioral adaptations that have made it a successful component of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Synthesizing seventy years of research on amphibian biology, Kentwood D. Wells addresses all major areas of inquiry, including phylogeny, classification, and morphology; aspects of physiological ecology such as water and temperature relations, respiration, metabolism, and energetics; movements and orientation; communication and social behavior; reproduction and parental care; ecology and behavior of amphibian larvae and ecological aspects of metamorphosis; ecological impact of predation on amphibian populations and antipredator defenses; and aspects of amphibian community ecology. With an eye towards modern concerns, The Ecology and Behavior of Amphibians concludes with a chapter devoted to amphibian conservation. An unprecedented scholarly contribution to amphibian biology, this book is eagerly anticipated among specialists.
Author : William G. Degenhardt
Publisher : UNM Press
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 35,32 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780826338112
The definitive reference source covering the 123 species of amphibians and reptiles found in New Mexico, including over 130 color plates and 100 maps.
Author : A. S. Harris
Publisher :
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 37,8 MB
Release : 2010-02
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780981711942
The fifth book in the "What am I....?" series takes us to land and water in search of reptiles and amphibians. Can you identify who we are from the hints given? Have a guess and then turn the page to see if you were right! Comic-like illustrations emphasizing each reptile or amphibian's key features and vibrant colors make learning about these land and water creatures fun for both children and parents of all ages.
Author : James H. Harding
Publisher : University of Michigan Press
Page : 409 pages
File Size : 47,34 MB
Release : 2017-05-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0472053388
A revised and updated guide to reptiles and amphibians in the Great Lakes region