Author: Conrad Hoskin
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781921291364
Category : Frogs
Languages : en
Pages : 89

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Author: Wayne E. Martin
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Endangered species
Languages : en
Pages : 92

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Author: Frank Knight
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 1486312462
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 209

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Throughout much of the world, frog populations are declining, with the survival of many species under threat. In Australia, several species have become extinct in the past 35 years. This second edition of Field Guide to the Frogs of Australia provides fully updated accounts of all the known frogs of Australia. There are 248 species within the five native frog families: Hylidae, Limnodynastidae, Microhylidae, Myobatrachidae and Ranidae. Also included are the introduced Cane Toad and nine ‘stowaway’ species that have arrived in Australia. Each species account includes details of size, status, distribution, habitat, behaviour and advertisement call. Species are beautifully illustrated with full-colour paintings and distribution maps are also included. Closely related frogs are shown in identical poses so that comparisons can be made readily. The introductory section of the book covers frog biology and habitats and includes notes on families and genera.

Author: Northern Queensland Threatened Frogs Recovery Team
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780724282456
Category : Biodiversity conservation
Languages : en
Pages : 36

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Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Endangered species
Languages : en
Pages : 57

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Author: Eric Vanderduys
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 0643106308
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 207

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A comprehensive photographic guide to the 132 species of frogs in Queensland, Australia most species-rich state.

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Category : Endangered species
Languages : en
Pages : 55

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Author: Harold Cogger
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 1486309704
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1093

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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 Heatwole
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 1486308392
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 248

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Amphibians are among the most threatened groups of animals on earth. In part due to their highly permeable skin, amphibians are highly sensitive to environmental changes and pollution and provide an early-warning system of deteriorating environmental conditions. The more we learn about the impact of environmental changes on amphibians, the better we as humans will be able to arrest their demise, and our own. Status of Conservation and Decline of Amphibians brings together the current knowledge on the status of the unique frogs of Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific. Although geographically proximate, each region presents unique challenges and opportunities in amphibian research and conservation. This book contributes to an understanding of the current conservation status of the amphibians of each region, aims to stimulate research into halting amphibian declines, and provides a better foundation for making conservation decisions. It is an invaluable reference for environmental and governmental agencies, researchers, policy-makers involved with biodiversity conservation, and the interested public.

Author: Adam Stow
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1316194523
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 687

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Australia and New Zealand are home to a remarkable and unique assemblage of flora and fauna. Sadly though, by virtue of their long isolation, and a naïve and vulnerable biota, both countries have suffered substantial losses to biodiversity since European contact. Bringing together the contributions of leading conservation biologists, Austral Ark presents the special features and historical context of Austral biota, and explains what is being conserved and why. The threatening processes occurring worldwide are discussed, along with the unique conservation problems faced at regional level. At the same time, the book highlights many examples of conservation success resulting from the innovative solutions that have been developed to safeguard native species and habitats in both New Zealand and Australia. Austral Ark fills an important gap regarding wildlife gains and declines, and how best to take conservation forward to keep this extraordinary area of the world thriving.