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This field identification guide introduces all 77 species and subspecies of reptiles and amphibians found in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan.
List of contents
Why Should I Be Interested in Creepy Crawly Critters?
What Are Amphibians & Reptiles?
Meet the Amphibians
Amphibian Biology
Frog Life-Cycle
Meet the Reptiles
Reptile Biology 101
Finding & Observing
Seasonal Guide to Herps
Catching & Studying
Conservation
How to Use This Field Guide
Salamanders (Order Caudata)
Larvae Comparison Chart
Frogs & Toads (Order Anura)
Tadpole Comparison Chart
Turtles (Order Testudines)
Turtle Hatchlings Comparison Chart
Lizards & Snakes (Order Squamata)
Glossary
Internet Resources
Photo Credits
Titles of Interest
Index
About the author
Allen Blake Sheldon, called “Blake” by family and friends, lives in Trempealeau, Wisconsin, where he roams the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife & Fish Refuge, Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge, and Perrot State Park. His enjoyment of amphibians and reptiles began early, with herpetology becoming a major interest during eighth grade. He received a BA in biology from Winona State University, studied Spotted Turtles in Maryland and taught high school biology.
He has been seriously photographing amphibians, reptiles, and other wildlife for over 40 years, mostly in Minnesota and Wisconsin but also in North Carolina, Florida, the Southwest, and Belize. His photos have appeared in
National Wildlife,
National Geographic,
Natural History,
Wildlife Conservation,
Sierra,
Defenders,
Audubon, and many other magazines, books, and calendars. He has promoted interest in and understanding of amphibians and reptiles by writing articles for magazines and by presenting programs for environmental and photography groups.
Summary
This field identification guide introduces all 77 species and subspecies of reptiles and amphibians found in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan.
