Frogs of the World: A Guide to Every Family

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A richly illustrated guide to the world’s frogs that includes species from every family... Show more

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Series	A Guide to Every Family
Authors	Mark O'Shea & Simon Maddock
Language	English
ISBN	9780691248301
Publisher	Princeton University Press
Pages	240
Size	17,4 x 24,8 cm
Format	Hardcover
Images	Colour images, illustrations and distribution maps
Year published	2024

With more than 7,600 known species, frogs exhibit an extraordinary range of forms and behaviors, from those that produce toxins so deadly that they could kill a human many times over to those that can survive being frozen in ice. Frogs of the World is an essential guide to this astonishingly diverse group of animals. An in-depth introduction covers everything from the origins and evolution of frogs to their life cycles and defense strategies. Beautiful illustrations accompany profiles of species from each family, shedding invaluable light on the enormous range of appearance, habitats, and behavior of these marvelous creatures.

Features hundreds of stunning color photographs
Covers taxonomy, anatomy, locomotion, reproduction, diet, and more
Discusses the conservation of the world’s frogs
An invaluable resource for herpetologists, naturalists, and anyone interested in amphibians

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