{"product_id":"lizards-and-snakes-of-alabama-paperback","title":"Lizards and Snakes of Alabama - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eCraig Guyer\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eMark A. Bailey\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eRobert H. Mount\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn up-to-date and comprehensive herpetological guide to Alabama\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eLizards and Snakes of Alabama\u003c\/i\u003e is the most comprehensive taxonomy gathered since Robert H. Mount's seminal 1975 volume on the reptiles and amphibians of Alabama. This richly illustrated guide provides an up-to-date summary of the taxonomy and life history of lizards and snakes native to, or introduced to, the state. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Alabama possesses one of the most species-rich biotas in north temperate areas and this richness is reflected in some groups of lizards, such as skinks, and especially in snakes. The authors examine all known species within the state and describe important regional variations in each species, including changes in species across the many habitats that comprise the state. Significant field studies, especially of Alabama's threatened and endangered species, have been performed and are used to inform discussion of each account. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The life-history entry for each species is comprised of scientific and common names, full-color photographs, a morphological description, discussion of habits and life cycle, and a distribution map depicting the species range throughout the state, as well as notes on conservation and management practices. The illustrated taxonomic keys provided for families, genera, species, and subspecies are of particular value to herpetologists. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This extensive guide will serve as a single resource for understanding the rich natural history of Alabama by shedding light on an important component of that biodiversity. Accessible to all, this volume is valuable to both the professional herpetologist and the general reader interested in snakes and lizards.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCraig Guyer\u003c\/b\u003e is professor emeritus of biological sciences at Auburn University, with special focus on herpetology, tropical ecology, and biogeography. He is coauthor of \u003ci\u003eAmphibians and Reptiles of La Selva, Costa Rica, and the Caribbean Slope: A Comprehensive Guide \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eTurtles of Alabama\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eMark A. Bailey\u003c\/b\u003e is senior biologist at Conservation Southeast, Inc., specializing in conserving the biodiversity of the Southeastern United States. He is coauthor of \u003ci\u003eHabitat Management Guidelines for Amphibians and Reptiles of the Southeastern United States\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTurtles of Alabama.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eRobert H. Mount\u003c\/b\u003e (1931-2017) was emeritus professor of biological sciences at Auburn University and author of the seminal work in herpetology, \u003ci\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eReptiles and Amphibians of Alabama\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 416\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.6 x 9.1 x 6.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 12, 2019\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51757831651616,"sku":"9780817359164","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/1e70c09382cc9309a3d7cb6f85c15ff1.webp?v=1780112836","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/lizards-and-snakes-of-alabama-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}