Keeping Amphibians: A Practical Guide to Caring for Frogs, Toads, Newts, and Salamanders (Unusual Pets Series) - Softcover

Gray, Andrew R.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0764117599 ISBN 13: 9780764117596

Publisher: B E S Pub Co, 2001

Synopsis

Profiles various types of amphibians, such as tiger salamanders and green tree frogs, and provides information on care, handling, and feeding.

About this title

About the Author

Andrew R. Gray is associated with The Manchester Museum’s Department of Zoology where he specialises in herpetology, and more specifically neotropical frogs. He is the Curator of the Museum’s Vivarium and Aquarium and his work at The University of Manchester also involves research and teaching. Here, he has established a unique research collection of rare amphibians. He is the amphibian co-ordinator for the Zoological Federation’s Taxon Advisory Group and is actively involved in developing breeding programmes aimed at conserving endangered species of amphibians.

From the Back Cover

'COLLINS KEEPING AMPHIBIANS' IS A COMPREHENSIVE BEGINNER'S GUIDE OFFERING PRACTICAL GUIDANCE AND EXPERT ADVICE TO THE YOUNGER PERSON WANTING TO KEEP A MORE UNUSUAL PET

· Easy-to-use key to show habitat, diet, lifespan and adult size
· Practical advice on handling, feeding and maintaining a healthy environment for your pet
· Practice your naturalist's skills with fascinating observational projects
· Fun to do amphibian quiz
· Information on recording the important life vents of your pet

Edition details

• Publisher: B E S Pub Co
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0764117599
• ISBN 13: 9780764117596
• Binding: Paperback