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Amphibians of North Africa
A guide on the identification, ecology and biogeography of Northwest African and Mediterranean amphibian species
Daniel Escoriza (Author), Jihène Ben Hassine (Author)
9780128154762, Elsevier Science
Paperback, published 19 March 2019
350 pages
23.4 x 19 x 2.3 cm, 0.7 kg
Amphibians of North Africa is a comprehensive compilation of available data on the amphibians and reptiles found in various ecosystems across North West Africa and parts of the Mediterranean region. It is essential to identifying and understanding the ecological role of regional herpetofauna and its conservational importance. It examines the biological origins and diversity of amphibians in North Africa, along with their diverse ecosystems, including deserts, grasslands and subtropical forests. The book features detailed descriptions of the adult and larvae stages of species, such as the North African fire salamander, the common painted frog, Brongersma's toad and the Mediterranean tree frog. This book is a vital resource for herpetology and ecology students and researchers, helping them identify, understand and conserve these amphibians and reptiles in their various habitats across the North African and Mediterranean regions.
1. Introduction2. Ecology of Amphibians in North West Africa2a. Amphibians and ecoregions2b. The role of amphibians in ecosystems3. Species Descriptions3a. Urodela3b. Anura
Subject Areas: Conservation of wildlife & habitats [RNKH], Applied ecology [RNC], Animal physiology [PSVD], Life sciences: general issues [PSA]
