{"product_id":"frogs-and-toads-of-the-world-hardcover","title":"Frogs and Toads of the World - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eChris Mattison\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA comprehensive photographic guide to the world's frogs and toads\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWith nearly 6,000 species currently identified, frogs and toads are the most familiar and abundant amphibians on the planet. \u003ci\u003eFrogs and Toads of the World\u003c\/i\u003e is a comprehensive guide to the natural history of this large and diverse group of creatures. Stunningly illustrated throughout with 200 color photographs, this one-of-a-kind book traces the evolution and classification of frogs and toads, providing detailed information about each of the 49 unique families and highlighting distinctive and notable species. It vividly describes their remarkable diversity in shape, color, and markings; anatomy and development; life cycle; habitats; the various methods they use to attract mates and hunt for food; and the physiological and behavioral tricks they use to survive and thrive around the world. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis indispensable guide also explores frogs' interaction with humans, from modern-day collection for the meat trade, scientific research, and the trade in exotic pets to how their survival is being threatened by habitat destruction, climate change, and disease.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA comprehensive guide to the natural history of frogs and toads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures 200 stunning color photographs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers each of the 49 unique frog families\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescribes anatomy, life cycle, habitats, survival tricks, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChris Mattison\u003c\/b\u003e is a natural history writer and photographer who specializes in reptiles and amphibians. His many books include \u003ci\u003eThe New Encyclopedia of Snakes\u003c\/i\u003e (Princeton). His photography regularly appears in books and magazines throughout the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 192\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.77 x 10.2 x 7.92 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 22, 2011\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51756994920736,"sku":"9780691149684","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/abadaae925afbd5fa4106772b5dc88c7.webp?v=1780091220","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/frogs-and-toads-of-the-world-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}