Download or read book Cyclura written by Jeffrey Lemm and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2011-08-09 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rock iguanas of the West Indies are considered to be the most endangered group of lizards in the world. They are a flagship species in the Caribbean and on most islands are the largest native land animals. Unfortunately, human encroachment and introduced animals have brought this species to the brink of extinction. Cyclura: Natural History, Husbandry, and Conservation of the West Indian Iguanas is the first book to combine the natural history and captive husbandry of these remarkable reptiles, while at the same time outlining the problems researchers and conservationists are battling to save these beautiful, iconic animals of the Caribbean islands. Authors Jeffrey Lemm and Allison Alberts have been studying West Indian iguanas for nearly 20 years in the wild and in captivity; their experiences with wild iguanas and their exquisite photos of these charismatic lizards in the wild make this book a must-have for reptile researchers, academics and enthusiasts, as well as anyone interested in nature and conservation. Includes chapters with contributions by leading experts on rock iguana taxonomy, nutrition, and diseases Features color photos of all taxa, including habitat and captive shots Provides easily understandable and usable information gleaned from experience and hands-on reptile research
Download or read book Iguanas of the Caribbean islands written by Jean Baulu and published by . This book was released on 199? with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Iguanas of the Caribbean written by Jean Baulu and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Iguana s Tail written by Sir Philip Manderson Sherlock and published by . This book was released on 1976 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Six folk tales from the West Indies which the storyteller begins with the phrase "Crick Crack" and the audience must answer "Break my back" before the tale starts.
Download or read book Phylogenetics Biogeography and Conservation of Caribbean Iguanas Cyclura and Iguana written by Catherine Lyn Malone and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Bringing Back the Blue Iguana written by Ruth Daly and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Grand Cayman blue iguana is named after the small island in the Caribbean Sea on which it lives. The largest reptile on the island, it had few predators until people arrived. Habitat loss and invasive species quickly diminished the blue iguana population to fewer than 25 by 2005. This captivating book traces the iguana's remarkable journey back from the brink of extinction and highlights the continued efforts to protect the species"--
Download or read book Iguana s Tail written by Philip M. Sherlock and published by . This book was released on 1977 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Iguana s Tail written by Sir Philip Manderson Sherlock and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Six folk tales from the West Indies which the storyteller begins with the phrase "Crick Crack" and the audience must answer "Break my back" before the tale starts.
Download or read book Caribbean Amphibians and Reptiles written by Brian I. Crother and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1999-06-02 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Amphibians and reptiles are the most numerous, diverse, and frequently encountered animals on the Caribbean islands. This book provides a variety of perspectives on this amazing group of organisms. Caribbean Amphibians and Reptiles, compiled by an international team of zoologists, takes a fresh and detailed look at the complex biological puzzle of the Caribbean. The first true overview of the islands, it includes a historical examination of the people who have studied the Caribbean amphibians and reptiles. The book reviews the ecology, evolutionary history, and biogeographic explanations for the origins and diversity of the region's fauna with island-by-island coverage. It puts the Caribbean in perspective by comparing the islands to Central America and its amphibian reptile diversity. Additionally, the book includes figures, tables, and color plates which bring to life some of the region's most spectacular creatures. Key Features* Presents the first complete review of amphibians and reptiles in the Caribbean* Includes color plates and island maps* Contributors are recognized authorities in the field
Download or read book The Adventures of Iggy the Iguana written by Garett Derenge Age 8. and published by Outskirts Press. This book was released on 2013-10 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Join Iggy On His Great Adventure! This is the story of Ignatius, the curious young iguana living in the arid region of the small Dutch island of Aruba in the Caribbean, who eventually chooses to go off on his own and have an exciting adventure. After hearing stories from his friends about the large resorts, plentiful fruit, and rich, easy lifestyle on the other side of the island, he decides to pack his bags and leave his familiar settings in the desert to find out for himself. Despite the repeated warnings from his concerned mother, his sense of curiosity could not resist the unknown. From speeding vehicles to hostile iguanas to dangerous humans, Iggy soon learns that things are not as easy as he thought they were going to be. As time goes on, he finds it harder and harder to come across food and friends. Although he had assumed he knew more than his mother about the realities of life, he soon realizes he should have listened to her in the first place and stayed with his friends and family. Then, one day when he lets his guard down, he suddenly finds himself an unlikely prisoner, and wonders if he will ever see his family and friends again. Come travel with Iggy on his daring adventure as he ultimately learns to appreciate the love of his friends and family around him, as well as the caring advice of his wise mother.
Download or read book The Iguana s Tail written by Sir Philip Sherlock and published by . This book was released on 1976 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Six folk tales from the West Indies which the storyteller begins with the phrase "Crick Crack" and the audience must answer "Break my back" before the tale starts.
Download or read book Iguanas written by Dr. Allison C. Alberts and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2004-03-03 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In what is certain to be the key reference on iguanas for years to come, some of the world's leading experts offer a clear and accessible account of the latest research on the evolution, behavioral ecology, and conservation of these highly visible and increasingly endangered creatures, much loved by professional herpetologists and hobbyists alike. The book begins with an introduction by noted iguana biologist Dr. Gordon Burghardt that examines the state of iguana research—past, present, and future—with an emphasis on social behavior. Three major sections follow, each opening with a synthesis by the volume editors, who survey the current status and likely future direction of investigations in the pertinent area. The first section focuses on different aspects of the taxonomic and morphological diversity of iguanas and includes a complete checklist of species. In the second section, contributors address the behavior and ecology of iguanas and provide compelling evidence that both may be far more complex than previously appreciated. The third and final section, highlighting the threats facing iguana populations today, describes the broad array of innovative conservation strategies that will be needed to help ensure their survival. Illustrated throughout with photographs, distribution maps, tables, and figures, this volume will be the definitive resource for anyone—professional or curious amateur—interested in iguanas.
Download or read book West Indian Iguanas written by Allison Alberts and published by World Conservation Union. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The West Indian Iguanas form a unique group of species inhabiting tropical dry forests throughout the Bahanas and the Greater and Lesser Antilles. They are among the most endangered of the world's lizards, primarily because much of their fragile island habitat has been eliminated by human development or severely degraded by exotic species. The Jamaican iguana, considered by some to be the rarest lizard in the world, may number no more than 100 adults. Because iguanas are likely to be important seed dispersers for many endemic plants, their loss has serious consequences for the ecosystems in which they live. This plan summarizes the status of wild populations, identifies the primary threats, and recommends specific actions. A list of national agencies, research institutions in the countries of origin of taxa covered in the plan is included.
Download or read book Conservation of Caribbean Island Herpetofaunas Volume 2 Regional Accounts of the West Indies written by Adrian Hailey and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2011-04-07 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most of the islands of the Caribbean have long histories of herpetological exploration and discovery, and even longer histories of human-mediated environmental degradation. Collectively, they constitute a major biodiversity hotspot – a region rich in endemic species that are threatened with extinction. This two-volume series documents the existing status of herpetofaunas (including sea turtles) of the Caribbean, and highlights conservation needs and efforts. Previous contributions to West Indian herpetology have focused on taxonomy, ecology and evolution, particularly of lizards. This series provides a unique and timely review of the status and conservation of all groups of amphibians and reptiles in the region. This volume provides regional accounts of the islands of the West Indies biogeographic region.
Download or read book The Reptiles and Amphibians of the Dutch Caribbean written by Robert Powell and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Rhinoceros Iguana written by Jackson Jose and published by . This book was released on 2021-02-09 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Considered all in all of the most unique Iguana types of the planet, Rhinoceros Iguana is one in all the important organic highlights of the Caribbean, explicitly inside the island where they're endemic. These iguanas have advanced for millennia, to accomplish their ideal variation against the exceptional climatic states of Haiti and furthermore the express that are just grounded with two seasons-the dry and wet.
Download or read book Iguanas written by Lenny Flank and published by Red and Black Publishers. This book was released on 2007 with total page 149 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author of eight previous books on reptiles and exotic pets now turns his focus to iguanas. This complete guide covers housing, feeding, and taming an iguana, as well as its anatomy, biology, life in the wild, and how iguanas make the trip from jungle to pet shop. (Animals/Pets)
