Frogs and toads are one of nature's great animal success stories. They are also the canary in the mine for climate change. Renowned herpetologist Ellin Beltz paints a compelling picture of these small survivors. Some of the features of Frogs are: ? Unprecedented selection of 125 colour photographs of frogs and toads from around the world ? Detailed examinations of all 31 frog and toad families, describing biology, behaviour, physical characteristics, habitat, voice, feeding and reproduction ? Review of the environmental threats that are rapidly reducing frog numbers around the world and the ongoing conservation efforts to stem potential losses ? Historical overview of frogs in myth and culture and their place in art and literature ? Sidebars highlighting unusual and interesting facts. Frogs is a comprehensive and fascinating reference that is extremely useful for herpetologists and naturalists and informative for general readers. AUTHOR: Ellin Beltz is a biologist, herpetologist and author. ILLUSTRATIONS: 125 colour photos/ line drawings
