The Herpetofauna Of New Caledonia
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The Herpetofauna Of New Caledonia
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Author : Aaron M. Bauer
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2000
The Herpetofauna Of New Caledonia written by Aaron M. Bauer and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Amphibians categories.
A Checklist And Key To The Herpetofauna Of New Caledonia With Remarks On Biogeography
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Author : Aaron Matthew Bauer
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1990
A Checklist And Key To The Herpetofauna Of New Caledonia With Remarks On Biogeography written by Aaron Matthew Bauer and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1990 with Amphibians categories.
Field Guide To Reptiles Of Nsw A
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Author : Gerry Swan
language : en
Publisher: Reed New Holland
Release Date : 2017-02
Field Guide To Reptiles Of Nsw A written by Gerry Swan and has been published by Reed New Holland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-02 with Lizards categories.
Coming February 2017 In A Field Guide to Reptiles of New South Wales you will find every gecko, flap footed lizard, goanna, dragon, skink, snake and turtle known to live throughout the state�e(tm)s many habitats. The guide narrows down the field of species identification to a manageable size for any naturalist. The telltale details that make identification possible lie in the descriptions of families, genera and species; these are accompanied by clear line drawings. Where you need to tune out similar species, simple keys are provided. For herpetologists, the location maps will prove invaluable. This book is a thorough update, expansion and revision of A Field Guide to the Snakes and Lizards of New South Wales published in 2004. Since then, the number of species has increased, countless names have changed and new species locations have been found. GERRY SWAN is a Research Associate at the Australian Museum Research Institute. He has authored or co authored nine books on reptiles and frogs,
Naturalized Reptiles And Amphibians Of The World
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Author : Christopher Lever
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2003
Naturalized Reptiles And Amphibians Of The World written by Christopher Lever and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Nature categories.
This book describes how the various alien reptiles and amphibians now living in the wild throughout the world were first introduced, how they subsequently became naturalized, their present distribution and status in those countries to which they were introduced, and their ecological and socio-economic impact on the native biota and local economies. Many species have had a more or less neutral impact, being neither beneficial nor harmful. However, several have had a positive ecological or socio-economic impact, while some such as the cane toad, have had an extremely destructive effect.The criteria for inclusion of a species are that it should have been imported from its natural range to a new country by human agency--either accidentally or deliberately--and that it should currently be established in the wild in self-maintaining and self-perpetuating populations unsupported by and independent of mankind.
Encyclopedia Of Islands
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Author : Rosemary Gillespie
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 2009-08-19
Encyclopedia Of Islands written by Rosemary Gillespie and has been published by Univ of California Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-08-19 with Nature categories.
"Islands have captured the imagination of scientists and the public for centuries - unique and rare environments, their isolation makes them natural laboratories for ecology and evolution. This authoritative, alphabetically arranged reference, featuring more than 200 succinct articles by leading scientists from around the world, provides broad coverage of all the island sciences. But what exactly is an island? The volume editors define it here as any discrete habitat isolated from other habitats by inhospitable surroundings. The Encyclopedia of Islands examines many such insular settings - oceanic and continental islands as well as places such as caves, mountaintops, and whale falls at the bottom of the ocean. This essential, one-stop resource, extensively illustrated with color photographs, clear maps, and graphics will introduce island science to a wide audience and spur further research on some of the planet's most fascinating habitats." --Book Jacket.
Reptiles And Amphibians Of The Pacific Islands
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Author : George R. Zug
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 2013-06-28
Reptiles And Amphibians Of The Pacific Islands written by George R. Zug and has been published by Univ of California Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-06-28 with Science categories.
The Pacific is not only the world’s largest body of water; its vast expanse also includes an extraordinary number and diversity of oceanic islands, from Palau and the Marianas east of the Philippines to Cocos Island and the Galápagos west of the Americas. The isolation of these islands and the extreme distances between them long prevented scientists from studying their floras and faunas in a comparative context. But now George R. Zug, one of the world's foremost experts on the diverse reptiles and amphibians of the Pacific Basin, offers the first such systematic overview in more than half a century. Reptiles and Amphibians of the Pacific Islands is a compendium of frogs, lizards, snakes, and turtles living on these lands and in the adjacent waters of the oceanic islands in the tropical Pacific. The means to identify each species is included, along with entries that describe each animal's form, coloration, habitat, distribution, reproductive biology, and natural history. Color plates of more than 75 percent of the species also help to facilitate visual identification. This accessible and informative guide is the most comprehensive field guide available and will appeal to both novice sightseers and professional naturalists.
Extinction And Biogeography Of Tropical Pacific Birds
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Author : David W. Steadman
language : en
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Release Date : 2006-10-15
Extinction And Biogeography Of Tropical Pacific Birds written by David W. Steadman and has been published by University of Chicago Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-10-15 with Science categories.
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Lizards Of The World
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Author : Gordon H. Rodda
language : en
Publisher: JHU Press
Release Date : 2020-09-01
Lizards Of The World written by Gordon H. Rodda and has been published by JHU Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-09-01 with Science categories.
The first, definitive reference on the natural history and ecology of every one of the known 6500+ species of lizards, spanning the entire globe. Our planet is literally crawling with lizards. More than 6500 species are known to science, and new species are being discovered annually. In this monumental work, eminent researcher Gordon Rodda has created the first compilation of the natural histories of all the world's lizards and amphisbaenians, as well as the Tuatara. Although other books have attempted to survey the scope of adaptations present in the world's lizards, only Rodda has been able to quantify and summarize all species or higher taxa. Analyzing the relationships among traits such as morphologic characteristics, reproductive strategies, and food sources, Rodda uncovers novel insights into reptile ecology. Identifying 14 recurring character syndromes across all the world's lizards, he proposes a new lens for categorization. He also touches on • common names • geographic range • length • mass • age • maturation • differences between the sexes • nominal variables, including diel activity cycle and foraging mode • home range • predator avoidance tactics • thermal biology • social spacing • climate envelope • habitat and microhabitat • reproduction • parental care • diet • population density • conservation status • ecological business models Rodda's alphabetical taxon accounts provide an instantly retrievable sketch of every species, genus, and family. Outlining more than 1500 statistically significant associations extracted from a data matrix composed of more than 300 conditions tabulated—to the extent known—for all 6528 species of lizards, Lizards of the World will be the go-to source for the next generation of reptile ecologists, as well as herpetology students and serious herpetoculturists.
Journal Of The Royal Society Of New Zealand
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1993-06
Journal Of The Royal Society Of New Zealand written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993-06 with categories.
The Song Of The Dodo
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Author : David Quammen
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2011-03-15
The Song Of The Dodo written by David Quammen and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-03-15 with Nature categories.
“Compulsively readable—a masterpiece, maybe the masterpiece of science journalism.” —Bill McKibben, Audubon A brilliant, stirring work, breathtaking in its scope and far-reaching in its message, The Song of the Dodo is a crucial book in precarious times. Through personal observation, scientific theory, and history, David Quammen examines the mysteries of evolution and extinction and radically alters our understanding of the natural world and our place within it. In this landmark of science writing, we learn how the isolation of islands makes them natural laboratories of evolutionary extravagance, as seen in the dragons of Komodo, the elephant birds of Madagascar, the giant tortoises of the Galapagos. But the dark message of island studies is that isolated ecosystems, whether natural or human-made, are also hotbeds of extinction. And as the world’s landscapes, from Tasmania to the Amazon to Yellowstone, are carved into pieces by human activity, the implications of this knowledge are more urgent than ever. An unforgettable scientific adventure, a fascinating account of an eight-year journey of discovery, and a wake-up call for our time, David Quammen’s The Song of the Dodo is an exquisitely written book that takes the reader on a globe-circling tour of wild places and extraordinary ideas.