Keeping Amphibians by Andrew Gray
This is the fourth title in an exciting new series of highly illustrated guides for the younger buyer on responsible pet ownership of the more unusual creatures which are becoming increasingly popular. In Keeping Amphibians there is advice on housing and maintaining a healthy environment for your pet, dietary needs and suitable food, handling and common behaviour characteristics. You will find interesting and amazing facts, practical information and useful hints and tips about the most popular and often collected frogs, toads, newts and salamanders. With more than 60 specially commissioned colour photographs, sound practical advice and many interesting projects Keeping Amphibians is invaluable for the younger buyer of such pets. Chapter Breakdown: Introduction 1. Anatomy of an amphibian 2. Accommodation 3. Foods and Feeding 4. The Amphibians 5. Amphibian Quiz 6. Record Card Index
Andrew R. Gray is associated with The Manchester Museum's Department of Zoology where he specialises in herpetology, and more specifically neotropical frogs. He is the Curator of the Museum's Vivarium and Aquarium and his work at The University of Manchester also involves research and teaching. Here, he has established a unique research collection of rare amphibians. He is the amphibian co-ordinator for the Zoological Federation's Taxon Advisory Group and is actively involved in developing breeding programmes aimed at conserving endangered species of amphibians.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780007102235 |
| ISBN 10 | 0007102232 |
| Title | Keeping Amphibians |
| Author | Andrew Gray |
| Series | Collins Unusual Pets S |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
| Year published | 2000-11-06 |
| Number of pages | 64 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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