Amphibian Killers
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Amphibian Killers
""Amphibian Killers"" explores the captivating world of amphibian survival, revealing how these creatures employ remarkable strategies for both hunting and defending themselves. The book delves into the evolutionary pressures that have shaped their unique adaptations, particularly focusing on their potent toxins and intricate hunting techniques. Readers will discover how amphibians, from ambush predators like bullfrogs to toxin-laden poison dart frogs, play pivotal roles in maintaining biodiversity and ecological balance. One intriguing aspect is how some amphibians sequester toxins from their insect prey, turning their food into a formidable defense. The book progresses from an introduction to amphibian classification and ecological roles to detailed examinations of their hunting strategies and defense mechanisms. Special emphasis is given to the chemistry and pharmacology of amphibian toxins, revealing their potential applications in medicine. It highlights the importance of understanding predator-prey relationships and offers insights into the conservation challenges these fascinating species face. By integrating ecological and evolutionary perspectives with chemical analyses, ""Amphibian Killers"" provides a comprehensive and accessible overview, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in nature, biology, and the science of life.
The Amphibians
Author: S. Fowler Wright
language: en
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
Release Date: 2019-01-05
A time traveler voyates half a million years into the future in an attempt to find two previous explorers who have failed to return. What he finds is a world as completely different from ours, as ours is different from when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. He encounters several new intelligent peoples whom he names: "The Amphibians," "The Killers," and "The Dwellers." THE AMPHIBIANS tied for 7th on the Arkham Survey of "Basic Science Fiction Titles" in 1949. It ranked 28th on the 1952 Astounding All-Time Poll for books. Although clearly influence by H.G. Wells' THE TIME MACHINE, it remains an intriguing and highly imaginative work. Originally published in 1925. This edition takes its text from the revised 1951 edition.
Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of California
Author: Robert C. Stebbins
language: en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date: 2012-09-04
". . . encourage[s] hope and resilience in times of devastating damage."—New York Review of Books This user-friendly guide is the only complete resource that identifies and describes all the amphibians and reptiles—salamanders, frogs and toads, lizards, snakes, and tortoises and turtles—that live in California. The species are described in richly detailed accounts that include range maps, lifelike color paintings by Robert C. Stebbins, clear drawings of various life stages including eggs, notes on natural history, and conservation status. Easy-to-use keys for every order help identify species, and informative chapters cover more general topics including evolution, habitat loss, and photography. Throughout, anecdotes and observations reveal new insights into the lives of California’s abundant but often hidden amphibians and reptiles.