[PDF] Reptiles Amphibians Of Australia eBook

Author : Harold Cogger
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 1093 pages
File Size : 39,77 MB
Release : 2018-10-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 1486309704

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Reptiles and Amphibians of Australia is a complete guide to Australia’s rich and varied herpetofauna, including frogs, crocodiles, turtles, tortoises, lizards and snakes. For each of the 1218 species there is a description of its appearance, distribution and habits. These descriptions are also accompanied by distribution maps and, in many cases, one of the book's more than 1000 colour photographs of living animals. The book also includes 130 simple-to-use dichotomous keys, accompanied by hundreds of explanatory drawings, that in most cases allow a specimen in hand to be identified. In addition, it has a comprehensive list of scientific references for those wishing to conduct more in-depth research, an extensive glossary, and basic guides to the collection, preservation and captive care of specimens. This classic work was originally published in 1975. The updated seventh edition contains a new Appendix that discusses recent changes and lists over 80 new or resurrected species and genera that have been added to the Australian frog and reptile fauna since the 2014 edition.

Author : Harold G. Cogger
Publisher :
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 19,14 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781875137589

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Reptiles and amphibians live in all parts of the world, under the ground, on land, in water and high in habits of these remarkable creatures.

Author : Steve Wilson
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 10,7 MB
Release : 2017
Category : Reptiles
ISBN : 9781925546026

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A Complete Guide to Reptiles of Australia has been the most comprehensive field guide available for Australian reptiles since the first edition was published in 2003. As new species are discovered, known ranges extended and higher quality images become available, updated editions of the book have been written to reflect these changes. This fifth edition includes images, descriptions and maps for all 1,011 species of reptiles described up until the end of December 2016. Some of these are pictured in life for the first time, and many are represented by several images to depict geographical and sexual differences. The book features easy to use diagnostic illustrations to explain anatomical features, a comprehensive glossary, and the more significant reptile habitats are pictured. Each species has a clear and concise text description to aid identification, with diagnostic differences from confusion species given in bold font. Each species has a distribution map and image(s) on the facing page. For ease of use, indexes to both scientific and common names are provided. Designed as field guide, with a sturdy plastic cover and compact layout, the target readership for this book is anyone with an interest in reptiles, whether scientists or amateurs. Previous editions are regarded as the standard reference guide for professionals working in the field and have also been popular with general naturalists.

Author : Leonard Cronin
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 MB
Release : 2015-11-18
Category : Australia
ISBN : 9781760292478

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Featuring approximately 600 species from all parts of the country, this is a handy reference for identifying Australian wildflowers.

Author : Nicola Mitchell
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 1378 pages
File Size : 14,52 MB
Release : 2019-12-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 1486309488

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Lizards and snakes (squamate reptiles) are the most diverse vertebrate group in Australia, with approximately 1000 described species, representing about 10% of the global squamate diversity. Squamates are a vital part of the Australian ecosystem, but their conservation has been hindered by a lack of knowledge of their diversity, distribution, biology and key threats. The Action Plan for Australian Lizards and Snakes 2017 provides the first comprehensive assessment of the conservation status of Australian squamates in 25 years. Conservation assessments are provided for 986 species of Australian lizards and snakes (including sea snakes). Over the past 25 years there has been a substantial increase in the number of species and families recognised within Australia. There has also been an increase in the range and magnitude of threatening processes with the potential to impact squamates. This has resulted in an increase in the proportion of the Australian squamate fauna that is considered Threatened. Notably over this period, the first known extinction (post-European settlement) of an Australian reptile species occurred – an indication of the increasingly urgent need for better knowledge and management of this fauna. Six key recommendations are presented to improve the conservation management and plight of Australian squamates. This Action Plan represents an essential resource for research scientists, conservation biologists, conservation managers, environmental consultants, policy makers from Commonwealth and State/Territory governments, and the herpetological community.

Author : Brian Bush
Publisher : UWA Publishing
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 50,2 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781920694746

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This guide answers often-asked questions such as: What does a frog dropping or lizard burrow look like? How do you read a snake track? What do you do when you find a snake in your garden? What is the correct way of handling a frog or photographing a reptile? It contains species, scientific and common names, and much more.

Author : Harold G. Cogger
Publisher : Ralph Curtis Publishing
Page : 826 pages
File Size : 47,94 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Nature
ISBN :

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Winner of the prestigious Whitley Medal, this book is the definitive guide to over 1,000 species of frogs, crocodiles, turtles, tortoises, lizards, and snakes that comprise Australia's rich and varied herpetofauna. First published in 1975, Dr. Hal Cogger's book has become an internationally recognized and classic work in its field. With each printing, the text has been expanded to take into account discoveries of new species and changes in the classification and distribution of previously known species. This sixth edition encompasses a revised master list of genera and species, the addition of forty-eight new species to the Appendix, new entries to the Selected References, and a fully updated index. As in previous editions, the text contains readily accessible information about distribution and habitats, as well as: -- keys illustrated with hundreds of explanatory drawings providing quick and easy identification; -- distribution maps; -- color photographs; -- a list of currently recognize species; -- a detailed glossary; -- an extensive list of references; -- advice on collecting methods. Reptiles and Amphibians of Australia, with its wealth of fascinating detail, is an indispensable guide for herpetologists and those who have a broader interest in the Australian environment and its wildlife. It deserves a place on the shelves of all home libraries.

Author : Michael Swan
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 44,99 MB
Release : 2020-02-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 1486311342

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The Murray–Darling Basin spans more than 1 million square kilometres across the lower third of Queensland, most of New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, northern Victoria and the south-eastern corner of South Australia. Wildlife habitats range from the floodplains of the Basin to alpine areas, making the region of special ecological and environmental interest. This book is the first comprehensive guide to the 310 species of frogs and reptiles living in the Murray–Darling Basin. An overview of each of the 22 catchment areas introduces the unique and varied climates, topography, vegetation and fauna. Comprehensive species accounts include diagnostic features, conservation ratings, photographs and distribution maps for all frogs, freshwater turtles, lizards and snakes recorded in this important region.

Author : Leonard Cronin
Publisher :
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 10,43 MB
Release : 2001-01-01
Category : Amphibians
ISBN : 9780858811867

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An authoritative reference work and field guide to Australia's snakes, lizards, crocodiles, turtles and frogs.