Amphibians and Reptiles of New Mexico - Softcover

Degenhardt, William G.; Painter, Charles W.; Price, Andrew H.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0826338119 ISBN 13: 9780826338112

Publisher: University of New Mexico Press, 2005

Synopsis

Amphibians and reptiles thrive in New Mexico's many landscapes and varied environments. In all, the state has 123 species, an assemblage of 3 salamanders, 23 frogs and toads, 10 turtles, 41 lizards, and 46 snakes. In this comprehensive guide, each species is presented in a color photograph and its distribution shown on a map. Technical art supplements, identification keys, and line art complement family descriptions. For each species, the following is provided: type, distribution, description, similar species, systematics, habitat, behavior, reproduction, food habits, and references.

The detailed descriptions add to our knowledge about the region's herpetofauna, which will aid students, herpetologists, and resource managers. The book is also of great benefit to non-specialists, including casual hikers, since the authors write in accessible language that makes for easy identification of species.

About this title

From the Inside Flap:

The definitive reference source covering the 123 species of amphibians and reptiles found in New Mexico, including over 130 color plates and 100 maps.

About the Author:

William Degenhardt is professor emeritus of biology at UNM and curator emeritus at the Museum of Southwestern Biology.

About this edition

• Publisher: University of New Mexico Press
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0826338119
• ISBN 13: 9780826338112
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 507