Lizards

Author : Mark O'Shea
Publisher : Ivy Press
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2021-03-23
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781782409571

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Lizards of the World by Mark O'Shea Pdf

Lizards of the World is ultimate book on these fascinating creatures, featuring the all the different types of lizard worldwide. As survivors from the time of the dinosaurs, lizards are scaly, cold-blooded, living fossils—relics from a prehistoric world that remain alive and well in ours. Lizards exert a morbid fascination, in many mythologies they are dark creatures, symbolizing death and misfortune. From chameleons and skinks to geckos and iguanas, Lizards of the World brings these creatures firmly into the light, to reveal their extraordinary diversity Found in almost every type of terrain globally, there are almost 6,500 species of lizard, including lizards with frills, horns, or wings, those that drop their tails, and others that squirt blood from their eyes. Here, the lizard family and subfamily profiles, organized phylogenetically, are illustrated with stunning photography. Each profile includes a population distribution map, a table of essential information, and a fascinating commentary revealing notable characteristics, fresh scientific understanding, and the diversity of species. Written by world-renowned herpetologist Mark O’Shea, Lizards of the World is a magnificent showcase of the natural history and beauty of these remarkable reptiles.

Author : Christopher Nicholas
Publisher : Phoenix International Publications, Inc.
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2023-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9798765401019

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Lizards Read-Along by Christopher Nicholas Pdf

Ever wondered why some lizards’ tails break off—and what happens afterward? Or what lizard is big enough to swallow a goat? Or what lizard can squirt blood from its eyes? Explore this exciting book for answers to questions you'll be glad we asked—plus “Did You Know?” fun facts and lots of fascinating, colorful illustrations.

Author : David G. Chapple
Publisher : Springer
Page : 375 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2016-10-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319416748

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New Zealand Lizards by David G. Chapple Pdf

This edited volume is a timely and comprehensive summary of the New Zealand lizard fauna. Nestled in the south-west Pacific, New Zealand is a large archipelago that displays the faunal signatures of both its Gondwanan origins, and more recent oceanic island influences. New Zealand was one of the last countries on Earth to be discovered, and likewise, the full extent of the faunal diversity present within the archipelago is only just starting to be appreciated. This is no better exemplified than in lizards, where just 30 species (20 skinks, 10 geckos) were recognized in the 1950s, but now 104 are formally or informally recognized (61 skinks, 43 geckos). Thus, New Zealand contains one of the most diverse lizard faunas of any cool, temperate region on Earth. This book brings together the world’s leading experts in the field to produce an authoritative overview of the history, taxonomy, biogeography, ecology, life-history, physiology and conservation of New Zealand lizards.

Author : Etta Kaner
Publisher : Owlkids
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2023-08-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1771476222

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Do Lizards Eat Ice Cream? by Etta Kaner Pdf

A fun and factual exploration of how animals stay cool in hot weather

Author : Susan Schafer
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0761411038

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Lizards by Susan Schafer Pdf

Describes various kinds of lizards while focusing on those which could best serve as pets by indicating the food they need and the care they require.

Author : Virginia Tidwell,Kenneth Carpenter
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2005-08-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0253345421

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Thunder-Lizards by Virginia Tidwell,Kenneth Carpenter Pdf

New research on the giants of the Age of Dinosaurs.

Author : Mary Elizabeth Salzmann
Publisher : ABDO
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2006-08-15
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781599284897

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Leaping Lizards by Mary Elizabeth Salzmann Pdf

Lizzie Lizard is so excited about trying out a trampoline that she forgets the most important safety rule.

Author : Eric R. Pianka,Laurie J. Vitt
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2003-09-24
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0520234014

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Lizards by Eric R. Pianka,Laurie J. Vitt Pdf

This book provides an overview of the diversity of lizards and their major adaptive features. The authors discuss the latest research findings and provide new hypotheses about lizard diversity.

Author : Mark O'Shea
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 393 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2021-05-18
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691211831

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Lizards of the World by Mark O'Shea Pdf

A lavishly illustrated overview of the world’s lizards Lizards are one of nature’s great success stories: survivors from the time of the dinosaurs, they have taken advantage of almost every habitat on earth, from tropical rainforest to Arctic tundra and even our homes. From chameleons and skinks to geckos and iguanas, there are close to 7,000 species of lizards around the world. This expert guide explores their extraordinary diversity and adaptations. Lizards of the World features an in-depth introduction covering the evolution, anatomy, and lifestyle of lizards, followed by profiles of species from every family, accompanied by stunning color photographs. This invaluable guide highlights the enormous range of habitats, appearance, and activity among lizards. Many thrive in extreme conditions, and have adapted to keep cool, warm, or hydrated. Some can protect themselves by changing color to blend in with their surroundings, while others have fringed toes enabling them to run across sand, or can parachute out of a predator’s reach. Covering diet and reproduction as well as defense strategies and conservation, Lizards of the World showcases the unique natural history and beauty of these remarkable creatures. More than 200 detailed photographic images 80+ lizard families and subfamilies Exploration of lizard biology, behavior, habits, and distribution Broad coverage and in-depth treatment by a world-renowned herpetologist

Author : Neil Greenberg,Paul D. MacLean
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Animal behavior
ISBN : STANFORD:36105031408276

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Behavior and Neurology of Lizards by Neil Greenberg,Paul D. MacLean Pdf

Author : RIEPPEL
Publisher : Springer
Page : 87 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9783034893725

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The Phylogeny of Anguinomorph Lizards by RIEPPEL Pdf

Author : Nicola Mitchell,Neil Cox,Philip Bowles,Reid Tingley,Stewart Macdonald,Glenn Shea,J Scott Keogh,John Woinarski,David Chapple
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 1378 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2019-12-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781486309481

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The Action Plan for Australian Lizards and Snakes 2017 by Nicola Mitchell,Neil Cox,Philip Bowles,Reid Tingley,Stewart Macdonald,Glenn Shea,J Scott Keogh,John Woinarski,David Chapple Pdf

Lizards and snakes (squamate reptiles) are the most diverse vertebrate group in Australia, with approximately 1000 described species, representing about 10% of the global squamate diversity. Squamates are a vital part of the Australian ecosystem, but their conservation has been hindered by a lack of knowledge of their diversity, distribution, biology and key threats. The Action Plan for Australian Lizards and Snakes 2017 provides the first comprehensive assessment of the conservation status of Australian squamates in 25 years. Conservation assessments are provided for 986 species of Australian lizards and snakes (including sea snakes). Over the past 25 years there has been a substantial increase in the number of species and families recognised within Australia. There has also been an increase in the range and magnitude of threatening processes with the potential to impact squamates. This has resulted in an increase in the proportion of the Australian squamate fauna that is considered Threatened. Notably over this period, the first known extinction (post-European settlement) of an Australian reptile species occurred – an indication of the increasingly urgent need for better knowledge and management of this fauna. Six key recommendations are presented to improve the conservation management and plight of Australian squamates. This Action Plan represents an essential resource for research scientists, conservation biologists, conservation managers, environmental consultants, policy makers from Commonwealth and State/Territory governments, and the herpetological community.

Author : Eric R. Pianka
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2017-03-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781400886142

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Ecology and Natural History of Desert Lizards by Eric R. Pianka Pdf

Eric Pianka offers a synthesis of his life's work on the comparative ecology of lizard assemblages in the Great Basin. Mojave and Sonoran deserts of western North America, the Kalahari semi-desert of southern Africa, and the Great Victoria desert of Western Australia. Originally published in 1986. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.

Author : Julie Murray
Publisher : ABDO
Page : 27 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2016-08-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781680805888

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Lizards by Julie Murray Pdf

Lizards covers what lizards like to eat, what they look like, features and abilities, as well as specific species like the blue-railed skink, chameleons, and more. Simple text alongside fun and colorful photographs will get kids reading.Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.

Author : Laura Marsh
Publisher : Collins
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2017-10-02
Category : Lizards
ISBN : 0008266735

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Lizards by Laura Marsh Pdf

Awesome facts, crazy quizzes and brain-busting games. Everything you need to know about lizards!