Terrarium en reptielen

Written with remarkable clarity and illustrated throughout with full-color photos, this book provides readers with all the basics of amphibian ownership, from selecting the right animal to providing the best feeding, housing and health care. Also provided are overviews of the care requirements of the care requirements of many individual species. Meer info

This up-to-date and authoritative book gives full coverage of all forms of insects and their land-dwelling relatives. It is written by leading entomologists in everyday language. With: -the latest scientific findings and interpretations -Special features explore topics in depth -Current conservation and environmental concerns Meer info

This book presents the beginning to relatively advanced hobbyist with a great introduction to the group, covering many aspects of their captive care and feeding, as well as health problems and breeding potential. In over 140 colour photos the reader is introduced to a variety of common to rare frogs and salamanders and their relatives from around the world, many of which make excellent pets. Meer info

Building on the solid foundations established by the two earlier New Naturalist volumes on this subject, eminent herpetologists Trevor Beebee and Richard Griffiths have brought together a wealth of new and fascinating information on the British amphibians and reptiles. An introductory chapter looks at the subject of biogeography and how factors such as geological history, latitude and climate affect ecology, life histories and behaviour. The authors then go on to discuss historical interest in amphibians and reptiles, from how they have featured in witchcraft and legends to modern perspectives. A third chapter covers basic biology of amphibians and reptiles, before each of the main groups -- newts, frogs and toads, lizards, snakes and chelonians -- are examined in further detail. A comprehensive account for each species covers behaviour, life history, reproduction and distribution, as well as ecology and conservation status, areas in which significant discoveries have been made in recent years. There is also a chapter with important new information on the burgeoning number of introduced species in Britain, such as bullfrogs, alpine newts and wall lizards. During the last half century, amphibians and reptiles have been among the most serious casualties of the changing way of life in the British countryside. In recognition of the threats they continue to face, Beebee and Griffiths rightly dedicate a final, substantial chapter to the increasingly important issue of conservation and discuss the measures needed to be taken to ensure the future survival of the British herpetofauna. With over 100 black and white line drawings and illustrations, and an 8-page colour section, this is an authoritative work on a subject of great natural history interest. Meer info

Contents: - over 300 years of collecting in the Caribbean - a Review of Cuban Herpetology - Jamaica - The Hispaniolan Herpetofauna - The Puerto Rico Area - The Lesser Antillean Fauna - West Indian Herpetoecology - Evolutionary Relationships - Ecological and Historical Biogeography - The West Indies and Middle America Meer info

From igunanas to snakes, lizards to anoles, frogs to toads, turtles to tortoises - from herbivores to carnivores to omnivores - it's all here. What to feed, how to feed it, and why. The consumer's guide to Feeding Reptiles gives you a guide to the different nutritional needs of a variety of reptiles. You'll discover what's in reptile foods and how to read the labels, how to make sure your reptile gets the most out of its foods, and even how to make live foods more nutritious for your pet. The consumer's guide to Feeding Reptiles lists all the natural and commercial foods, discussing the pros and cons of each. Learn about new prepared foods on the market, and about techniques to tempt your pet when it's feeling finicky. The consumer's guide to Feeding Reptilesincludes numerous charts comparing foods and listing nutrient sources, a chapter on vitamin and mineral supplements, plus how to conduct your own taste tests with your reptiles. Meer info

Here at last an introduction to the family Ampullariidae from the tropics of the world, with a summary of all aspects of their lives, from structure and taxonomy to breeding behavior, and especially care in the aquarium. Meer info

This terrarium book is designed specially for use and enjoyment by beginners. Studies of the needs of the novice terrarium enthusiast indicated the topics that need coverage in a book for beginners - and those topics are thoroughly covered in this book. To further enhance the value of this book, colo photographs have been used throughout, emphasizing the vivid colors of different terrarium inhabitants. Meer info

In this great book you learn how to successfully keep, and even breed, the salamanders, frogs, and caecilians of the world. Meer info