Frogs Inside Their Remarkable World
Frogs Inside Their Remarkable World by Ellin Beltz, published by Firefly Books, Limited in 2009, is an illustrated guide that explores the diverse world of frogs and toads. This 176-page book features spectacular full-color photographs and provides a comprehensive examination of all 31 families of frogs. The author, a renowned herpetologist, presents insights into the biology, behavior, and habitats of these amphibians, while also addressing their role as indicators of environmental health.
Readers will find detailed discussions on the physical characteristics, vocalizations, feeding habits, and reproductive behaviors of frogs and toads. The book also reviews the environmental threats facing these species and highlights ongoing conservation efforts. Additionally, it offers a historical perspective on frogs in myth and culture, along with interesting sidebars that present unique facts. This resource is designed for a wide audience, making it informative for both herpetologists and general readers interested in nature and animals.
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“A comprehensive guide to all 31 families of frogs. Spectacular full-color photographs… This book can be enjoyed by readers of all ages.” — Science News
Frogs and toads are one of nature’s great animal success stories. They are also the “canary in the mine” for climate change. Renowned herpetologist Ellin Beltz paints a compelling picture of these small survivors.
Some of the features of Frogs are:
- Unprecedented selection of 125 color photographs of frogs and toads from around the world
- Detailed examinations of all 31 frog and toad families, describing biology, behavior, physical characteristics, habitat, voice, feeding and reproduction
- Review of the environmental threats that are rapidly reducing frog numbers around the world and the ongoing conservation efforts to stem potential losses
- Historical overview of frogs in myth and culture and their place in art and literature
- Sidebars highlighting unusual and interesting facts.
Frogs is a comprehensive and fascinating reference that is extremely useful for herpetologists and naturalists and informative for general readers.
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