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OverviewThis field guide at last provides an authoritative and handy source for identifying amphibians and reptiles of Costa Rica's renowned Atlantic lowland tropical forests. Colorful frogs, lizards that can run across water, snapping turtles, spotted geckos, boa constrictors, crocodiles, and many other fascinating yet secretive species of amphibians and reptiles flourish in the region's myriad microhabitats. The La Selva Biological Station, a protected reserve, boasts a rich biota, making it and the surrounding area one of the most visited tropical forest sites in the world. For travelers, ecotourists, and biologists, this comprehensive guide, written by two distinguished experts on the area's amphibians and reptiles, will be an essential resource while visiting La Selva and the surrounding tropical forests of Costa Rica. In addition to providing reliable field identification, it will help visitors to this area better understand the overall role of Central American amphibians and reptiles in the natural world as well as conservation efforts now being undertaken to ensure the survival of these intriguing creatures. * 138 frogs, lizards, snakes, and crocodiles are included in keys based primarily on color patterns for easy identification * Each species is illustrated with a color photograph; the guide also features range maps and black-and-white drawings * Includes an overview of the natural history of each amphibian and reptile and gives helpful tips on where to observe them Full Product DetailsAuthor: Dr. Craig Guyer , Dr. Maureen A. DonnellyPublisher: University of California Press Imprint: University of California Press Dimensions: Width: 11.40cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 18.40cm Weight: 0.363kg ISBN: 9780520237599ISBN 10: 0520237595 Pages: 367 Publication Date: 20 December 2004 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: In Print  Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock. Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction Geography, Climate, and Vegetation A History of Herpetological Research at La Selva Diversity Conservation Amphibia Gymnophiona Caudata Anura Reptilia Testudines Squamata Crocodylia Additional Species Field Data Sheet for Amphibians and Reptiles Glossary Literature Cited Art Credits IndexReviews"""To those who have carried out research at La Selva, as well as for the serious layperson or even a first-time ecotourist, this book will be a delight. Many of these species will be seen along forest trails or in clearings nearly every day. The beauty of this splendid guide is its concise but authoritative coverage. Guyer and Donnelly have been carrying out research at La Selva for more than 25 years and have contributed much new information on the lives of these animals."" - Jay M. Savage, author of The Amphibians and Reptiles of Costa Rica""" To those who have carried out research at La Selva, as well as for the serious layperson or even a first-time ecotourist, this book will be a delight. Many of these species will be seen along forest trails or in clearings nearly every day. The beauty of this splendid guide is its concise but authoritative coverage. Guyer and Donnelly have been carrying out research at La Selva for more than 25 years and have contributed much new information on the lives of these animals. - Jay M. Savage, author of The Amphibians and Reptiles of Costa Rica Author InformationCraig Guyer is Professor of Biological Sciences at Auburn University. Maureen A. Donnelly is Associate Professor of Biological Sciences at Florida International University and coeditor of Standard Methods of Measuring Biodiversity (1994). Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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