Download or read book Encyclopaedia of Amphibia written by and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Encyclopaedia of Amphibia Amphibia of past and present written by Rajiv Tyagi and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Encyclopaedia of Amphibia written by and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Encyclopedia of North American Reptiles and Amphibians written by Chris Mattison and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a comprehensive guide to reptiles and amphibians of North America, and contains full-color illustrated photographs and drawings that describe eighty-two species, their body structure, habitats, and much more.

Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Amphibians written by Robert Hofrichter and published by . This book was released on 2000-01 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive reference to the world of the amphibian A fascinating world of scientific wonders, the amphibian species is full of unusual and extreme adaptions and is home to numerous unsolved mysteries. The Encyclopedia of Amphibians is your guide to these intriguing and diverse creatures. Amphibians, including frogs, toads, newts and salamanders, surpass all other vertebrate species in survival and reproduction strategies. In addition, as the stunning photographs depict, amphibians are also creatures of extreme beauty. Many tropical tree- and poison-arrow frogs are just as dazzling in appearance as some of the world`s most colourful birds. Scientific experts from all over the globe have contributed their knowledge and understanding of amphibians to this comprehensive volume. An excellent resource for both experienced and amateur scientists, The Encyclopedia of Amphibians includes information on thousands of amphibian species from throughout the world. This useful reference guide also includes information on the biology, physiology and evolution of amphibians, as well as chapters on Ecology and Ethology, The Meaning of Amphibians for Mankind and Endangerment and Species Protection. Fascinating and informative, The Encyclopedia of Amphibians is one of the most comprehensive books available on this adaptive and ubiquitous species. (2000)

Download or read book Encyclopedia of Reptiles and Amphibians written by John F. Breen and published by TFH Publications. This book was released on 1974 with total page 580 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The primary function of this book is to give the reader the necessary knowledge for the keeping of reptiles and amphibians alive and in good health in captivity. Secondarily, it is a general survey of the herptiles of the world..."--Pref. Indexed.

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Download or read book Encyclopaedia of Amphibia written by Rajiv Tyagi and published by . This book was released on 2002-01-01 with total page 1094 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Amphibians Have Sprung Up From Fish-Like Ancestors And That In Turn Given Rise To Reptiles, Thus, Amphibian Consequently Hold A Very Important Intermediate Position. The Term Amphibia Was Coined By Linnaeus Although He Kept Both, The Amphibians As Well As Some Reptiles In This Particular Class. Later On Naturalists And Taxonomists Put The Amphibians Particularly In This Class, Although The Characteristic Features Of The Old Amphibians And Those Of Recent Are Little More Different.The Main Characteristic Features Of The Old Amphibians And Those Of Recent Are Little More Different.The Main Characteristics Of Amphibians Are: They May Be, Aquatic, Terrestrial Or Both; These Are Cold-Blooded (Poikilothermous) Animals. Their Body Temperature Is Variable And Most Of Them Undergo Hibernation During Winter. Some Undergo Aestivation During Summer; The Shape Of Body Is Variable, It May Be Depressed Or Cylindrical And Divisible Into Head, Neck, Trunk And Tail Or Into Head And Trunk, The Skin Is Thin, Moist, Glandular And Devoid Of Exoskeleton. There Is A Pair Of Nostrils, Which Open Into The Buccal Cavity. They Are Provided With Valves To Exclude Water. The Teeth Are Alike (Homodont), Acrodont And Polyphyodont; Endoskeleton Is Largely Bony Or Ossified. Skill Id Dicondylic I.E. Possesses Two Occipital Condyles For The Attachment To The Vertebral Column. Eyes Are Provided With Movable Lids And Tear Glands To Clear And Protect Them In Air. Brain Has Smooth Cerebral Hemispheres And The Cerebellum Is Poorly Developed. Fertilization Is Generally External, Sometimes Internal. Eggs Are Mesolecithal And Are Coveraged With Gelatinous Covering. They Are Laid In Water.This Encyclopaedic Work In Three Volumes Is Designed To Present Entire Vital Information On Amphibia. Profusely Illustrated In The Light Of Latest Researches, This Work Is A Dependable Reference Work For Students, Teachers And Researchers In The Discipline.

Download or read book Encyclopedia of Animals Reptiles written by and published by . This book was released on 2014-09-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Reptiles and Amphibians written by Kraig Adler and published by . This book was released on 1986 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Encyclopedia of Reptiles and Amphibians written by John F. Breen and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Complete Book of Animals written by Tom Jackson and published by Armadillo Music. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This is a world encyclopedia of amphibians, reptiles and mammals with over 500 detailed illustrations. This is a fully illustrated encyclopedia of over 350 amphibians, reptiles and mammals from the world. It includes the venomous western diamondback rattlesnake of the southern United States; the tree-dwelling flying lizard of South-east Asia, the extraordinary egg-laying platypus of Australia. This is a natural history guide that focuses on how animals have adapted in terms of anatomy, senses and survival skills, and describes the varied habitats in which animals live. This is a fabulous, accessible natural history reference for both families and schools. The first section of this incredible illustrated reference book focuses on the diversity of life in the animal kingdom, looking at the habitats in which animals live and how they survive. It also includes a guide to a mphibian, reptilian and mammalian anatomy and senses. The rest of the book is divided into three chapters, each focusing on a different area of the world: the Americas; Europe and Africa; and Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Each animal is accompanied by a colour illustration and a specification panel giving information about distribution, habitat, food, size, maturity, breeding, life span and more. With over 900 magnificent colour illustrations and photographs, and packed with fascinating facts, this book is a must-have family reference for anyone interested in wild animals, where they live and how they survive."--Publisher's description.

Download or read book The Encyclopaedia of Reptiles and Amphibians written by Tim Halliday and published by . This book was released on 1986 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Encyclopedia of Animals written by and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 696 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A comprehensive illustrated guide by international experts. An authoritative and definitive text by 70 international experts. More than 600 color photographs taken by the world's leading wildlife photographers. 360 magnificent full-color paintings by specialist wildlife illustrator Dr David Kirshner. Distribution maps and special feature boxes. Up-to-date information on the status of endangered species."--Page 4 cover

Download or read book Encyclopedia of Reptiles and Amphibians written by Christopher Mattison and published by New Line Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Including basic facts and figures on a number of the world's amphibians, this book also describes some of the most interesting characteristics and features of each animal, as well as including data panels and distribution maps so it can function as a field guide.

Download or read book Amphibians written by Robert Hofrichter and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Collects essays of thirty-seven European scientists on the biology and ecology of the Amphibian species, from tree frogs to sand toads.