The Snake and the Salamander: Reptiles and Amphibians from

The Snake and the Salamander: Reptiles and Amphibians from Maine to Virginia

Winner of the National Outdoor Book Award of the NOBA Foundation (Nature and Environment Category)In the best tradition of natural history writing and art, The Snake and the Salamander explores the diverse collection of reptiles and amphibians that inhabit the northeastern quadrant of the United States. Covering 13 states that run from Maine to Virginia, author Alvin R. Breisch and artist Matt Patterson showcase the lives of 83 species of snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, and salamanders. These intriguing animals are organized by habitat and type, from forest to grassland to bogs to big waters, and revealed through a combination of Breischâ€™s engaging prose and Pattersonâ€™s original color illustrations. Breischâ€™s guided tour combines historical notes and conservation issues with lessons on genetics, evolution, habitats, life histories, and more. Discover how careful attention to frog calls coupled with DNA analysis led to the discovery of a new species of frog in New York City, why evolutionary adaptations made the Eastern Ratsnake a superb climber, and the surprising fact that Spiny Softshell turtles actually sprint on land to retreat from predators. Breisch also tells the odd tale of the Green Frog and the Smooth Greensnake, two "green species" that do not actually have any green pigment in their skin. Every species has a story to tellâ€•one that will keep the reader wanting to learn more.The breadth of herpetofauna in the area will surprise many readers: more than 8% of the worldâ€™s salamanders and 11% of all turtle species live in the region. Beyond numbers, however, lie aesthetics. The surprising colors and fascinating lifestyles of the reptile and amphibian species in this book will mesmerize readers young and old.
Country USA
Brand Johns Hopkins University Press
Manufacturer Johns Hopkins University Press
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 9781421421575
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781421421575
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Johns Hopkins University Press
Manufacturer	Johns Hopkins University Press
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	9781421421575
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781421421575
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

The Snake and the Salamander: Reptiles and Amphibians from Maine to Virginia

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