Reptiles and Amphibians of New Zealand
Bloomsbury Wildlife (Verlag)
978-1-4729-7499-0 (ISBN)
Packed with extraordinary photographs, this ground-breaking book represents the first accessible field guide to the reptiles and amphibians of New Zealand, covering all 123 species.
From the ancient tuatara to the world’s largest collection of long-lived and live-bearing lizards, every species account includes an accurate distribution map and information on appearance, habitat, similar species and natural history. This definitive guide also features a comprehensive introduction to evolution, conservation, ecosystems and geographic history.
This is the ultimate photographic field guide to New Zealand’s herpetofauna, and is a gateway into the world of these fascinating tetrapods for amateur and expert herpetologists alike.
Dylan van Winkel is a wildlife ecologist and consultant herpetologist based in New Zealand. He has a strong interest in the natural world, specifically in reptile and amphibian conservation. Marleen Baling is a wildlife ecologist with a particular interest in New Zealand herpetology. She has been involved in numerous reptile research and conservation projects. Rod Hitchmough is a Department of Conservation science adviser, specialising in lizard taxonomy, herpetology and conservation.
Acknowledgements
Introduction
New Zealand herpetofauna
Conservation of New Zealand herpetofauna
Observing amphibians and reptiles
New Zealand’s ecosystems and geographic history
How to use this guide
Species Accounts
Tuatara
Geckos
Skinks
Frogs
Marine turtles
Marine snakes
Regional checklist of New Zealand herpetofauna
Glossary
Further reading
Index
| Erscheinungsdatum | 10.05.2019 |
|---|---|
| Reihe/Serie | Bloomsbury Naturalist |
| Zusatzinfo | 400 colour photos |
| Verlagsort | London |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 140 x 216 mm |
| Gewicht | 730 g |
| Themenwelt | Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Natur / Technik ► Naturführer |
| ISBN-10 | 1-4729-7499-9 / 1472974999 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-4729-7499-0 / 9781472974990 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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