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Amphibians of Costa Rica

Author : Twan Leenders
Publisher : Comstock Publishing Associates
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1501700626

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Amphibians of Costa Rica by Twan Leenders Pdf

"Field guide to all 206 species of amphibians (frogs, toads, salamanders, caecilians) known to occur in Costa Rica or within walking distance of its borders. Includes photographs, range maps, morphological illustrations, descriptions of key field characteristics, and natural history information"--

The Amphibians and Reptiles of Costa Rica

Author : Jay M. Savage
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 1076 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2002-08
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0226735370

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The Amphibians and Reptiles of Costa Rica by Jay M. Savage Pdf

World renowned for its biological diversity and model conservation system, Costa Rica is home to a wide variety of amphibians and reptiles, from the golden toad to the scorpion lizard and the black-headed bushmaster. Jay M. Savage has studied these fascinating creatures for more than forty years, and in The Amphibians and Reptiles of Costa Rica he provides the most comprehensive, up-to-date treatment of their biology and evolution ever produced. Savage begins with detailed discussions of the natural and cultural history of Costa Rica, setting the stage for a detailed treatment of each of the 396 species of amphibians and reptiles that may be found there. Each species account synthesizes and analyzes everything that is known about the animal's anatomy, behavior, geographic distribution, systematics, and evolutionary history and provides keys for identifying amphibians and reptiles in the field. In addition to distribution maps and systematic and morphological illustrations, the book includes color photographs of almost every known species, many taken by the distinguished nature photographers Michael and Patricia Fogden. Because Costa Rica has played, and continues to play, a pivotal role in the study of tropical biology as well as in the development of ecotourism and ecoprospecting, and because more than half of the amphibians and reptiles in Costa Rica are also found elsewhere in Central America, The Amphibians and Reptiles of Costa Rica will be an essential book for a wide audience of nature lovers, naturalists, ecotourists, field biologists, conservationists, and government planners.

Amphibians and Reptiles of Costa Rica

Author : Federico Muñoz Chacón,Richard Dennis Johnston
Publisher : Comstock Publishing Associates
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Amphibians
ISBN : 0801478693

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Amphibians and Reptiles of Costa Rica by Federico Muñoz Chacón,Richard Dennis Johnston Pdf

The perfect introductory guide to the amphibians and reptiles of Costa Rica in a format that makes it easy to carry into the field.

Reptiles of Costa Rica

Author : Twan Leenders
Publisher : Comstock Publishing Associates
Page : 643 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2019-08-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781501739545

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Reptiles of Costa Rica by Twan Leenders Pdf

Reptiles of Costa Rica, the long-awaited companion to Amphibians of Costa Rica, is the first ever comprehensive field guide to the crocodilians, turtles, lizards, and snakes of Costa Rica. A popular destination for tourists and biologists because of its biodiversity, the country is particularly rich in reptile fauna, boasting 245 species. The sheer diversity in shapes, sizes, colors, and natural history traits of these animals is beautifully displayed in this book. Lizards range from minuscule dwarf geckos to dinosaur-like iguanids, and everything in between, while the country's snakes include tiny eyeless wormsnakes, massive boas, as well as twenty-three dangerously venomous species, which include the largest vipers in the world. Author, photographer, and conservation biologist Twan Leenders has been researching and documenting the herpetofauna of Costa Rica for nearly twenty-five years. His explorations have taken him to remote parts of Costa Rica that few people ever visit, journeys that usually find him hauling an array of photographic equipment to document his finds. In addition to including more than 1,000 photographs, detailed black and white scientific illustrations, and range maps, this book also features paintings of anole dewlaps, a key identification feature for that very complex group of lizards. This new field guide will enable the reader to identify all species, while also providing a wealth of information about natural history, predation, breeding strategies, habitat preferences, and conservation of Costa Rica's reptile fauna.

Mammals, Amphibians, and Reptiles of Costa Rica

Author : Carrol L. Henderson
Publisher : University of Texas Press
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2010-11-30
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780292784642

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Mammals, Amphibians, and Reptiles of Costa Rica by Carrol L. Henderson Pdf

To help visitors, as well as local residents, identify and enjoy the wildlife of Costa Rica, Carrol L. Henderson published Field Guide to the Wildlife of Costa Rica in 2002, and it instantly became the indispensable guide. Now Henderson has created a field guide dedicated to the monkeys, sloths, treefrogs, lizards, crocodiles, and other animals that travelers are most likely to see while exploring the wild lands of Costa Rica. He includes fascinating information on their natural history, ecology, identification, and behavior gleaned from his forty years of travels, studies, and wildlife viewing in Costa Rica, as well as details on where to see these remarkable and beautiful creatures. The mammals, amphibians, and reptiles are illustrated by stunning and colorful photographs—most of which were taken in the wild by Henderson. A detailed and invaluable appendix that identifies many of Costa Rica's best wildlife-watching destinations, lodges, and contact information for trip-planning purposes completes the volume.

A Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Costa Rica

Author : Twan Leenders
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Amphibians
ISBN : 0970567804

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A Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Costa Rica by Twan Leenders Pdf

This is a comprehensive field guide to the amphibians and reptiles of Costa Rica. The guide presents detailed descriptions and colour photographs for the majority of the country's species, along with descriptions of orders and families. Information is provided on members of all orders of the Costa Rican herpetofauna: caecilians, salamanders, frogs & toads, crocodilians, turtles, lizards and snakes.

Amphibians and Reptiles of La Selva, Costa Rica, and the Caribbean Slope

Author : Craig Guyer,Maureen A. Donnelly
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Amphibians
ISBN : 0520237587

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Amphibians and Reptiles of La Selva, Costa Rica, and the Caribbean Slope by Craig Guyer,Maureen A. Donnelly Pdf

"To those who have carried out research at La Selva, as well as for the serious layperson or even a first-time ecotourist, this book will be a delight. Many of these species will be seen along forest trails or in clearings nearly every day. The beauty of this splendid guide is its concise but authoritative coverage. Guyer and Donnelly have been carrying out research at La Selva for more than 25 years and have contributed much new information on the lives of these animals. A great strength is the series of keys based primarily on live coloration for rapid and accurate identification in the field. The added value is that the book covers 90% of the amphibians and reptiles found in the Caribbean lowlands from northeastern Honduras to and including Bocas del Toro Province, Panama. In sum, my words for this book are: 'Mighty Fine'! "--Jay M. Savage, author of The Amphibians and Reptiles of Costa Rica "A 40-year intensive look, precisely what we all wished we had had when we first stepped into the Neotropical rainforest. Cleanly written, in a language easily accessible to the citizen naturalist . . . . and coupled with the essential many good color photos, this book is THE herpetological starting point for any naturalist, biodiversity manager, and scientist exploring lowland Central American rainforest. It superbly complements Savage's country-wide coverage."--Daniel H. Janzen, editor of Costa Rican Natural History "This book is an important contribution to our understanding of the herpetofauna of one of the world's foremost tropical field stations. It represents an essential step toward easy field identification of an important group of tropical vertebrates. It will serve as a stimulus and set the standard, not only for herpetologists, but for students of other groups interested in producing easily used, attractive guides to local faunas and floras."--Don E. Wilson, Senior Scientist, Smithsonian Institution, and Chairman of the Board, Organization for Tropical Studies

Amphibians of Costa Rica

Author : Twan Leenders
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0989440834

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Amphibians of Costa Rica by Twan Leenders Pdf

"Field guide to all 206 species of amphibians (frogs, toads, salamanders, caecilians) known to occur in Costa Rica or within walking distance of its borders. Includes photographs, range maps, morphological illustrations, descriptions of key field characteristics, and natural history information"...

The Wildlife of Costa Rica

Author : Fiona Reid
Publisher : 秀和システム
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Animals
ISBN : 0801449057

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The Wildlife of Costa Rica by Fiona Reid Pdf

"Featuring a good selection of common and/or interesting species, The Wildlife of Costa Rica is the most authoritative and most useful general guide to its subject. It will attract every ecotourist visiting Costa Rica. This dream team knows its stuff. and the illustrations are stunning."--Cagan H. Sekercioglu, Stanford University --Book Jacket.

Amphibians and Reptiles of La Selva, Costa Rica, and the Caribbean Slope

Author : Dr. Craig Guyer,Dr. Maureen A. Donnelly
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 374 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2023-11-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 0520937015

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Amphibians and Reptiles of La Selva, Costa Rica, and the Caribbean Slope by Dr. Craig Guyer,Dr. Maureen A. Donnelly Pdf

This field guide at last provides an authoritative and handy source for identifying amphibians and reptiles of Costa Rica's renowned Atlantic lowland tropical forests. Colorful frogs, lizards that can run across water, snapping turtles, spotted geckos, boa constrictors, crocodiles, and many other fascinating yet secretive species of amphibians and reptiles flourish in the region's myriad microhabitats. The La Selva Biological Station, a protected reserve, boasts a rich biota, making it and the surrounding area one of the most visited tropical forest sites in the world. For travelers, ecotourists, and biologists, this comprehensive guide, written by two distinguished experts on the area's amphibians and reptiles, will be an essential resource while visiting La Selva and the surrounding tropical forests of Costa Rica. In addition to providing reliable field identification, it will help visitors to this area better understand the overall role of Central American amphibians and reptiles in the natural world as well as conservation efforts now being undertaken to ensure the survival of these intriguing creatures. * 138 frogs, lizards, snakes, and crocodiles are included in keys based primarily on color patterns for easy identification * Each species is illustrated with a color photograph; the guide also features range maps and black-and-white drawings * Includes an overview of the natural history of each amphibian and reptile and gives helpful tips on where to observe them

The Birds of Costa Rica

Author : Richard Garrigues
Publisher : Comstock Publishing Associates
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0801479886

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The Birds of Costa Rica by Richard Garrigues Pdf

A new, updated edition of the only compact, portable, and user-friendly field guide the novice or experienced birder needs to identify birds in the field in the diverse habitats found in Costa Rica. -- "Biology Digest"

Wild Costa Rica

Author : Adrian Hepworth
Publisher : Mit Press
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2008-09-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : STANFORD:36105131666062

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Wild Costa Rica by Adrian Hepworth Pdf

The small Central American country of Costa Rica--less than one-eighth the size of California--boasts the highest density of plant and animal species in the world. Its wild and rugged landscapes include dense rainforests where jaguars roam, a volcano that spews rivers of molten lava, and beaches as unspoiled as they were when Christopher Columbus first anchored his ships off the Caribbean coast in 1502. Costa Rica's rich biodiversity is the result of a hugely varied topography that creates a wide range of natural habitats, and of the presence of animals and plants native to both North and South America.

Costa Rican Ecosystems

Author : Rodrigo Gámez Lobo
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 798 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2016-04-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780226121642

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Costa Rican Ecosystems by Rodrigo Gámez Lobo Pdf

In the more than thirty years since the publication of Daniel H. Janzen’s classic Costa Rican Natural History, research in this small but astonishingly biodiverse, well-preserved, and well-studied Latin American nation has evolved from a species-level approach to the study of entire ecosystems. And from the lowland dry forests of Guanacaste to the montane cloud forests of Monteverde, from the seasonal forests of the Central Valley to the coastal species assemblages of Tortuguero, Costa Rica has proven to be as richly diverse in ecosystems as it is in species. In Costa Rican Ecosystems, Maarten Kappelle brings together a collection of the world’s foremost experts on Costa Rican ecology—outstanding scientists such as Daniel H. Janzen, Jorge Cortés, Jorge A. Jiménez, Sally P. Horn, Robert O. Lawton, Quírico Jiménez M., Carlos Manuel Rodríguez, Catherine M. Pringle, and Eduardo Carrillo J., among others—to offer the first comprehensive account of the diversity, structure, function, uses, and conservation of Costa Rica’s ecosystems. Featuring a foreword and introductory remarks by two renowned leaders in biodiversity science and ecological conservation, Thomas E. Lovejoy and Rodrigo Gámez Lobo, in addition to chapters highlighting the geology, soils, and climate of Costa Rica, as well as the ecosystems of its terrestrial, freshwater, and marine habitats, and including previously unpublished information on Isla del Coco, this beautiful color-illustrated book will be an essential reference for academic scientists, students, natural history guides, conservationists, educators, park guards, and visitors alike.

Serpientes de Costa Rica

Author : Alejandro Solórzano L.
Publisher : Editorial INBio
Page : 9 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Snakes
ISBN : 9789968927000

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Serpientes de Costa Rica by Alejandro Solórzano L. Pdf

Costa Rican Natural History

Author : Daniel H. Janzen
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 829 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2018-12-14
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780226161204

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Costa Rican Natural History by Daniel H. Janzen Pdf

This volume is a synthesis of existing knowledge about the flora and fauna of Costa Rica. The major portion of the book consists of detailed accounts of agricultural species, vegetation, amphibians, reptiles, mammals, birds, and insects. "This is an extraordinary, virtually unique work. . . . The tremendous amount of original, previously unpublished, firsthand information is remarkable."—Peter H. Raven, Director, Missouri Botanical Garden "An essential resource for anyone interested in tropical biology. . . . It can be used both as an encyclopedia—a source of facts on specific organisms—and as a source of ideas and generalizations about tropical ecology."—Alan P. Smith, Ecology