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Ohio Amphibians book

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There's a new book out. It's $90 which is pretty steep, but it's also 899 pages.


The Ohio Biological Survey is pleased to offer Amphibians of Ohio ($90 and shipping) in time for Christmas, but it will be an invaluable reference book for many years to come. This 916-page hardcover book has just been released by the Ohio Biological Survey and is available at
http://www.ohiobiologicalsurvey.org/pub_highlight/

Amphibians of Ohio explores the fascinating diversity of their life histories, developmental paths, reproductive strategies, and ecological niches. Exquisite photographs, original artwork, and comprehensive accounts of Ohio's frogs, toads, and salamanders are featured in this groundbreaking new book.

Thirty-three knowledgeable and field-experienced zoologists authored and edited Amphibians of Ohio. They present up-to-date information about the State’s 14 species of frogs and toads and 25 species/subspecies of salamanders. They also describe an extraordinary group that uses a form of reproduction unknown in any other vertebrate: the unisexual Ambystoma salamanders, a group which utilizes genes from multiple species.

The book combines non-technical text with rigorous scientific data to accommodate a range of interests and uses. It is appropriate for amateur and professional naturalists, academics, environmental consultants, and public agencies, as well as anyone else looking for a complete reference for all of the amphibians in Ohio.

Life history, taxonomy, habitats, distribution, and conservation status are described in detail for every species of wild amphibian in Ohio. The thorough treatment covered in the text is elaborated upon in tables, maps, graphs, and photographs. The 73 pages of literature citations in the book are an additional resource.

Citation: Pfingsten, R.A., J.G. Davis, T.O. Matson, G.J. Lipps Jr., D. Wynn, and B.J. Armitage (Editors). Amphibians of Ohio (2013). Ohio Biological Survey Bulletin New Series, Volume 17, Number 1. xiv + 899 pages.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONACT:
Frank Brockmeyer, Ohio Biological Survey
email: [email protected]
or call: 614-457-8787
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