Reptiles Of The Nsw Murray Catchment

Author : Damian Michael,David Lindenmayer
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2010-04-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780643101890

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Reptiles of the NSW Murray Catchment by Damian Michael,David Lindenmayer Pdf

This is an easy to use field guide for identifying the 80 reptile species currently known to occur in the Murray catchment area of New South Wales. Illustrated with high quality colour photographs, the book describes the key distinguishing features of each reptile and includes details on habitats and conservation status. Uniquely, it has a detailed chapter on how to conserve reptiles and manage key habitats, providing landholders and natural resource agencies with the knowledge to help conserve reptiles in agricultural farming landscapes. The up-to-date distribution maps are based on 10 years of extensive surveys and research on reptiles in the Murray catchment. The final chapter includes a section on similar looking species to further enable readers to accurately and quickly identify difficult species. Reptiles of the NSW Murray Catchment promotes a broad appreciation of reptiles in the region, and is a must-have for natural history enthusiasts.

Author : Michael Swan
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 351 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2020-02-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781486311330

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Frogs and Reptiles of the Murray?Darling Basin by Michael Swan Pdf

The Murray–Darling Basin spans more than 1 million square kilometres across the lower third of Queensland, most of New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, northern Victoria and the south-eastern corner of South Australia. Wildlife habitats range from the floodplains of the Basin to alpine areas, making the region of special ecological and environmental interest. This book is the first comprehensive guide to the 310 species of frogs and reptiles living in the Murray–Darling Basin. An overview of each of the 22 catchment areas introduces the unique and varied climates, topography, vegetation and fauna. Comprehensive species accounts include diagnostic features, conservation ratings, photographs and distribution maps for all frogs, freshwater turtles, lizards and snakes recorded in this important region.

Author : Peter Robertson,A. John Coventry
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2014-03-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781486310005

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Reptiles of Victoria by Peter Robertson,A. John Coventry Pdf

Victoria's reptiles are not often encountered by urban dwellers, with many species now threatened. You may have glimpsed a skink darting into the undergrowth, a snake slithering along a walking path or a blue-tongued lizard sunning itself near your garden shed. Yet the turtles, skinks, geckos, goannas, snakes and other reptiles that call Victoria home are fascinating and important members of urban and rural ecosystems. Reptiles of Victoria is the first regional guide to all reptiles known to occur in Victoria. It contains keys and illustrated descriptions to allow identification of the 123 native, introduced and vagrant reptile species and describes their biology, ecology, distributions and the habitats in which they live. It also indicates the level of risk that the venomous snakes pose to humans and includes a brief section on first aid for snake bites. Natural history enthusiasts and professional and amateur herpetologists will find this an essential guide.

Author : Harold Cogger
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 1093 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2018-10-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781486309702

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Reptiles and Amphibians of Australia by Harold Cogger Pdf

Reptiles and Amphibians of Australia is a complete guide to Australia’s rich and varied herpetofauna, including frogs, crocodiles, turtles, tortoises, lizards and snakes. For each of the 1218 species there is a description of its appearance, distribution and habits. These descriptions are also accompanied by distribution maps and, in many cases, one of the book's more than 1000 colour photographs of living animals. The book also includes 130 simple-to-use dichotomous keys, accompanied by hundreds of explanatory drawings, that in most cases allow a specimen in hand to be identified. In addition, it has a comprehensive list of scientific references for those wishing to conduct more in-depth research, an extensive glossary, and basic guides to the collection, preservation and captive care of specimens. This classic work was originally published in 1975. The updated seventh edition contains a new Appendix that discusses recent changes and lists over 80 new or resurrected species and genera that have been added to the Australian frog and reptile fauna since the 2014 edition.

Author : Chris Tzaros
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2021-10
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781486313167

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Wildlife of the Box-Ironbark Country by Chris Tzaros Pdf

Victoria's Box–Ironbark region is one of the most important areas of animal diversity and significance in southern Australia. The forests and woodlands of this region provide critical habitat for a diverse array of woodland-dependent animals, including many threatened and declining species such as the Squirrel Glider, Brush-tailed Phascogale, Regent Honeyeater, Swift Parrot, Pink-tailed Worm-Lizard, Woodland Blind Snake, Tree Goanna and Bibron's Toadlet. Wildlife of the Box–Ironbark Country gives a comprehensive overview of the ecology of the Box–Ironbark habitats and their wildlife, and how climate change is having a major influence. This extensively revised second edition covers all of the mammals, birds, reptiles and frogs that occur in the region, with a brief description of their distribution, status, ecology and identification, together with a detailed distribution map and superb colour photograph for each species. The book includes a 'Where to watch' section, featuring a selection of national parks, state parks and nature conservation reserves where people can experience the ecosystem and its wildlife for themselves. This book is intended for land managers, conservation and wildlife workers, fauna consultants, landholders, teachers, students, naturalists and all those interested in learning about and appreciating the wildlife of this fascinating and endangered ecosystem.

Author : Emma Burns,Andrew Lowe,Nicole Thurgate,David Lindenmayer
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 841 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2014-02-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780643108585

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Biodiversity and Environmental Change by Emma Burns,Andrew Lowe,Nicole Thurgate,David Lindenmayer Pdf

This data-rich book demonstrates the value of existing national long-term ecological research in Australia for monitoring environmental change and biodiversity. Long-term ecological data are critical for informing trends in biodiversity and environmental change. The Terrestrial Ecosystem Research Network (TERN) is a major initiative of the Australian Government and one of its key areas of investment is to provide funding for a network of long-term ecological research plots around Australia (LTERN). LTERN researchers and other authors in this book have maintained monitoring sites, often for one or more decades, in an array of different ecosystems across the Australian continent – ranging from tropical rainforests, wet eucalypt forests and alpine regions through to rangelands and deserts. This book highlights some of the temporal changes in the environment that have occurred in the various systems in which dedicated field-based ecologists have worked. Many important trends and changes are documented and they often provide new insights that were previously poorly understood or unknown. These data are precisely the kinds of data so desperately needed to better quantify the temporal trajectories in the environment in Australia. By presenting trend patterns (and often also the associated data) the authors aim to catalyse governments and other organisations to better recognise the importance of long-term data collection and monitoring as a fundamental part of ecologically-effective and cost-effective management of the environment and biodiversity.

Author : David Lindenmayer,Andrew F. Bennett,Richard J. Hobbs
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780643100374

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Temperate Woodland Conservation and Management by David Lindenmayer,Andrew F. Bennett,Richard J. Hobbs Pdf

This book summarizes the main discoveries, management insights and policy initiatives in the science, management and policy arenas associated with temperate woodlands in Australia. More than 60 of Australia's leading researchers, policy makers and natural resource managers have contributed to the volume. It features new perspectives on the integration of woodland management and agricultural production, including the latest thinking about whole of paddock restoration and carbon farming, as well as financial and social incentive schemes to promote woodland conservation and management. Temperate Woodland Conservation and Management will be a key supporting aid for farmers, natural resource managers, policy makers, and people involved in NGO landscape restoration and management. KEY FEATURES * High quality chapters from the nation's leading researchers, managers and policy makers in temperate woodlands * New perspectives on the integration of woodland management and agricultural production * Easy to follow format that distills key new insights and lessons for future conservation and management initiatives

Author : Michael Swan
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2020-02-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781486311347

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Frogs and Reptiles of the Murray?Darling Basin by Michael Swan Pdf

The Murray–Darling Basin spans more than 1 million square kilometres across the lower third of Queensland, most of New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, northern Victoria and the south-eastern corner of South Australia. Wildlife habitats range from the floodplains of the Basin to alpine areas, making the region of special ecological and environmental interest. This book is the first comprehensive guide to the 310 species of frogs and reptiles living in the Murray–Darling Basin. An overview of each of the 22 catchment areas introduces the unique and varied climates, topography, vegetation and fauna. Comprehensive species accounts include diagnostic features, conservation ratings, photographs and distribution maps for all frogs, freshwater turtles, lizards and snakes recorded in this important region.

Author : Gerry Swan,Glenn M. Shea,R. A. Sadlier
Publisher : Reed New Holland
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2017-02
Category : Lizards
ISBN : 192554608X

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Field Guide to Reptiles of NSW A by Gerry Swan,Glenn M. Shea,R. A. Sadlier Pdf

Coming February 2017 In A Field Guide to Reptiles of New South Wales you will find every gecko, flap footed lizard, goanna, dragon, skink, snake and turtle known to live throughout the state�e(tm)s many habitats. The guide narrows down the field of species identification to a manageable size for any naturalist. The telltale details that make identification possible lie in the descriptions of families, genera and species; these are accompanied by clear line drawings. Where you need to tune out similar species, simple keys are provided. For herpetologists, the location maps will prove invaluable. This book is a thorough update, expansion and revision of A Field Guide to the Snakes and Lizards of New South Wales published in 2004. Since then, the number of species has increased, countless names have changed and new species locations have been found. GERRY SWAN is a Research Associate at the Australian Museum Research Institute. He has authored or co authored nine books on reptiles and frogs,

Author : Harold Heatwole,Jodi Rowley
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2018-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781486308392

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Status of Conservation and Decline of Amphibians by Harold Heatwole,Jodi Rowley Pdf

Amphibians are among the most threatened groups of animals on earth. In part due to their highly permeable skin, amphibians are highly sensitive to environmental changes and pollution and provide an early-warning system of deteriorating environmental conditions. The more we learn about the impact of environmental changes on amphibians, the better we as humans will be able to arrest their demise, and our own. Status of Conservation and Decline of Amphibians brings together the current knowledge on the status of the unique frogs of Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific. Although geographically proximate, each region presents unique challenges and opportunities in amphibian research and conservation. This book contributes to an understanding of the current conservation status of the amphibians of each region, aims to stimulate research into halting amphibian declines, and provides a better foundation for making conservation decisions. It is an invaluable reference for environmental and governmental agencies, researchers, policy-makers involved with biodiversity conservation, and the interested public.

Author : Gerry Swan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Lizards
ISBN : 095902039X

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A Field Guide to the Snakes and Lizards of New South Wales by Gerry Swan Pdf

Guide to snakes and lizards found in NSW. Includes details of habitat, colour, size and potential danger with a map and colour photograph illustrating each entry. The author is an Associate of the Australian Museum and editor of the journal THerpetofauna'.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 892 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Natural history
ISBN : CORNELL:31924094719824

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The Victorian Naturalist by Anonim Pdf

Author : Paul Clark
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 17 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Adaptation (Biology)
ISBN : 0730527298

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Reptile adaptation by Paul Clark Pdf

Author : David Lindenmayer,Damian Michael,Mason Crane,Sachiko Okada,Philip Barton,Karen Ikin,Daniel Florance
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2016-08-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781486303120

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Wildlife Conservation in Farm Landscapes by David Lindenmayer,Damian Michael,Mason Crane,Sachiko Okada,Philip Barton,Karen Ikin,Daniel Florance Pdf

An increasing number of Australians want to be assured that the food and fibre being produced on this continent have been grown and harvested in an ecologically sustainable way. Ecologically sustainable farming conserves the array of species that are integral to key ecological processes such as pollination, seed dispersal, natural pest control and the decomposition of waste. Wildlife Conservation in Farm Landscapes communicates new scientific information about best practice ways to integrate conservation and agriculture in the temperate eucalypt woodland belt of eastern Australia. It is based on the large body of scientific literature in this field, as well as long-term studies at 790 permanent sites on over 290 farms extending throughout Victoria, New South Wales and south-east Queensland. Richly illustrated, with chapters on birds, mammals, reptiles, invertebrates and plants, this book illustrates how management interventions can promote nature conservation and what practices have the greatest benefit for biodiversity. Together the new insights in this book inform whole-of-farm planning.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1030 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1996-05
Category : Australia
ISBN : UCBK:C081538273

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Australian National Bibliography by Anonim Pdf