Reptiles and Amphibians of the Pacific Islands: A Comprehensive Guide by George

Description: Reptiles and Amphibians of the Pacific Islands by George R. Zug The Pacific is not only the worlds 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 Galapagos west of the Americas. This title is suitable for both novice sightseers and professional naturalists. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Pacific is not only the worlds 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 worlds 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 animals 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. Flap "This work will be a standard reference for the islands of the Pacific for any herpetologist." Aaron M. Bauer, Villanova University "This book fills a longstanding gap in knowledge. It presents a wealth of unpublished and primary data in a synthetic way that will provide a better understanding of Pacific Basin biodiversity." Robert Fisher, USGS Western Ecological Research Center Author Biography George R. Zug is an emeritus research scientist of reptiles and amphibians at the National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution. Table of Contents Preface Introduction Island & Island Group Herpetofaunas Recognizing Species Identification Plates Acknowledgements Checklist Indices Review "This accessible and informative guide is the most comprehensive field guide available... A must have for those with an interest in the herpetofauna of the region." -- Ian Paulsen The Guardian "This book will doubtless long be the first reference to which almost anyone will turn regarding Pacific reptiles and amphibians." Zoological Journal Review Quote "This book will doubtless long be the first reference to which almost anyone will turn regarding Pacific reptiles and amphibians." Details ISBN0520274962 Author George R. Zug Language English Year 2013 ISBN-10 0520274962 ISBN-13 9780520274969 Format Paperback Publication Date 2013-06-28 Short Title REPTILES & AMPHIBIANS OF THE P Media Book Residence US Birth 1938 Imprint University of California Press Subtitle A Comprehensive Guide Place of Publication Berkerley Country of Publication United States UK Release Date 2013-06-28 NZ Release Date 2013-06-28 US Release Date 2013-06-28 Pages 320 Publisher University of California Press DEWEY 597.90995 Illustrations 35 color illustrations, 30 line illustrations, 5 maps Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2013-06-27 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:53175575;

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