Bogadek is now a spiderman he is an expert in reptiles and amphibians internationally, he is a renowned researcher some species were even named after him because he discovered them we want to tell this story because not many people in hong kong know about this there is something special about st. The species in this group include frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts. Naturalists, amateur herpetologists, herpetoculturists, zoo professionals, and many others will find this book readable and full of relevant natural history and distributional information. Wikimedia commons has media related to reptiles of hong kong pages in category reptiles of hong kong the following 19 pages are in this category, out of 19 total.
Reptiles and amphibians nonfiction literacy center activity. Here is an a to z list of different species of frogs, toads, salamanders, newts, and more. Louis school in sai wan, hong kong besides the regular biology laboratory for biology students. For many years the need was felt for an illustrated comprehensive book on the amphibians and reptiles of hong kong.
Kau sai chau was surveyed on foot on may and 14 september 1993 by a team from the university of hong kong zoology department that included michael lau, a specialist in hong kong reptiles and amphibians. Amphibians and reptiles of guangdong is the first book of its kind and describes 68 amphibian and 145 reptile species of reptiles. Britains reptiles and amphibians princeton university press. We recorded reptile and amphibian sightings over that time period and continued monitoring annually after completion of the golf course from 1995 to date, with support of the hong kong jockey club kau sai chau public golf course ltd. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. The content of this website is based largely on the now outofprint classic book of karsen et al. As this is a live site with new photos, informationand maybe even species. The most common amphibians one is likely to encounter are the asian common toad, brown tree frog and asiatic painted frog. Sightings were recorded by species, and specimens collected whenever necessary for identification. The book was the first major publication exclusively on hong kong herpetology. It can be found not only in fields and marshes but also in construction sites. Wildlife explorer binder 85 cards reptiles, amphibians, fish.
Reptiles of hong kong introduction diversity of hong kong reptiles reptile conservation in hong kong conservation measures observing reptiles in the wild dos and donts for reptile watching references introduction in evolutionary terms, reptiles were the first group of vertebrates that became truly capable of living on land. There are over 7,000 species of amphibians in the world, with their habitats scattered around the globe. The massive world trade in reptiles and amphibians. Compared with amphibians, reptiles developed various adaptations. They comprise a group of animals with highly varied. Reptiles agriculture, fisheries and conservation department. Different families represent members of different appearance and size. There is one amphibian species, liuixalus romeri, endemic to hong kong. John f breen the primary function of this book is to give the reader the necessary knowledge for the keeping of reptiles and amphibians alive and in good health in captivity.
Mike toms, bto news whether trekking with the aim of fieldstudy, or whether simply interested in reptiles and amphibians, i would recommend britains reptiles and amphibians to anyone with interests in herpetology and native wildlife. Amphibians and reptiles represent a high proportion of global species diversity. As the worlds largest independent marketplace for new, used and rare books, you always get the best in service and value when you buy from. The book also contains information of other native and exotic turtle species. Caudates are characterized by an elongated body, a long tail and an apparent neck. Aug 01, 2015 filled with large, colorful, up close photographs of various kinds of amphibians and reptiles, this book compares and contrasts the two species in various ways, ranging from how their eggs hatch to whether they are warm or coldblooded to the types of skin each one has. Harrison iii passed away during the later editing stages of the second edition of amphibians and reptiles. You can also write a post on the hong kong snakes facebook page.
Amphibians and reptiles of the carolinas and virginia, 2nd ed. There are excellent pictuires where available and a text covering size,colour,habits,habitats,diet, breeding and distribution. Pdf using citizenscience reports to document range. Pages in category reptiles of hong kong the following 19 pages are in this category, out of 19 total. Click on the name of an amphibian for facts about it. Other sections cover substrates, water and humidity, heating, lighting, cage furniture and foods and feeding. This book would appear to be the first in hong kong to deal with this subject and is a credit to the urban council. Apr 11, 2020 hong kong has more than 530 bird species almost one third of the total number of species recorded in china which makes it a paradise for budding birdwatchers, he says. Check out the hong kong snakes facebook page where you can post images and ask questions. The tiny territory of hong kong at its far eastern margin is a microcosm of its irreplaceable diversity and conservation needs. Amphibia includes frogs, salamanders, and caecilians. The paper in this book meets the guidelines for permanence and durability of the committee on production guidelines for book longevity of the council on library resources. Designed for kindergarten literacy centers so you can have center materials to last all year long. The nonfiction literacy center is all about exploring nonfiction with meaning.
The father of snake charmers south china morning post. Howard inns has a lifelong interest in britains reptiles and amphibians and is a trustee of the amphibian and reptile conservation trust. This new edition covers nearly twice as many topics as the first, including recent developments in the ecotoxicology of amphibians and reptiles, the. Amphibians agriculture, fisheries and conservation department. For over thirtyfive years, the bestselling read it yourself with ladybird has helped children learn to read. The hong kong amphibians belong to either caudata tailed amphibians or anura tailless amphibians. It can be found in ponds and grasslands at the life zone and along the succession walk in wetland. Their findings were published by the hong kong urban council in the book hong kong amphibians and reptiles in 1986. There are excellent pictuires where available and a text covering size,colour,habits,habitats,diet, breeding and. The university of north carolina press has been a member of the green press initiative since 2003. For many years the need was felt for an illustrated comprehensive book on the amphibians and reptiles of. Amphibian fauna of hong kong fauna does not include any caecilians. This new edition covers nearly twice as many topics as the first, including recent developm. He has been actively involved in heathland management and population monitoring for rare reptiles for more than 25 years.
Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle. The book is split into sections covering habitats aquatic, semiaquatic and terrestrial and arborealterrestrial with details of how to create the ideal environment for amphibians in each habitat. Some species have limited or no photos, few tags, or may even be missclassified, but hey, its a start. Hong kong has more than 530 bird species almost one third of the total number of species recorded in china which makes it a paradise for budding birdwatchers, he says. Progress and prospects for studies on chinese amphibians. In hong kong, the lizards are represented by members of six major families. Hong kong amphibians and reptiles nhbs field guides. Ecosystem services provided by amphibians and reptiles. See more ideas about reptiles and amphibians, amphibians and reptiles. There have been new recordings of endemic species lately, and even some discoveries are new to science. A total of 3 species of orchid have been recorded in hong kong.
The term amphibian means dual life, which is a reference to the metamorphosis that many frogs undergo from a tadpole to an adult and the mixture of aquatic and terrestrial environments in their life cycle. Ecotoxicology of amphibians and reptiles crc press book. Compared with amphibians, reptiles developed various adaptations which greatly reduce their. He lives in farnham in surrey on the doorstep of some of the best reptile and amphibian sites in britain. Louis school in sai wan, hong kong besides the regular biology laboratory for biology students they have also built a small biology museum they have also built a small biology museum to. Karsen, michael waineng lau and anthony bogadek, hong kong amphibians and reptiles, 2nd ed. It is a stunning book, well thought out and eminently practical. This book provides a variety of perspectives on this amazing group of organisms. The website includes all 94 local reptile species 16 turtles, 23 lizards. It was well received locally and overseas and was soon sold out. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel.
What data there are on the magnitude of trade in amphibians and reptiles have set alarm. The survey covered the northern third of the island that was to be developed into a golf course. Paddy frog is a common frog in hong kong and is highly adaptable. See more ideas about reptiles, reptiles and amphibians and amphibians.
Distinguishing characteristics of each species, morphology, life and feeding habits, reproduction, and other biological data, as well as geographic distribution are described. Caribbean amphibians and reptiles, compiled by an international team of zoologists, takes a fresh and detailed look at the complex biological. Amphibians and reptiles are two of the most endangered groups of wild animals in hong kong and south china, due to habitat destruction and overcollection. Being situated in the tropical region of southeast asia, hong kong has a great assemblage of amphibians and reptiles.
Hong kong amphibians and reptiles 1998 by karsen, s. The aim of this second edition remains the same, viz. They comprise a group of animals with highly varied external morphology and habits, yet. Filled with large, colorful, up close photographs of various kinds of amphibians and reptiles, this book compares and contrasts the two species in various ways, ranging from how their eggs hatch to whether they are warm or coldblooded to the types of skin each one has. Mexico, hong kong, japan, and several european countries, generating over. Examples taken from amphibians and reptiles throughout the world make this book a useful herpetology textbook in several countries. There are 24 species of amphibians in hong kong, with one species thought to be locally extinct. Gunthers frog is a widely distributed frog in hong kong. Buy books and magazines on amphibians reptile centre. Building on the success of its popular predecessor, the second edition of ecotoxicology of amphibians and reptiles presents newly available findings on the species that are important environmental indicators. New reptile and amphibian records for kau sai chau, sai kung. Amphibians agriculture, fisheries and conservation. Amphibians are small vertebrates that need water, or a moist environment, to survive.
Hong kong, and java by john rogers and his colleagues. Oct 17, 2019 hong kong might well be one of the richest cities in the. Encyclopedia of reptiles and amphibians, book, 1974. Amphibians and reptiles are the most numerous, diverse, and frequently encountered animals on the caribbean islands. Coconuts hong kong guide to hong kongs venomous snakes. The book catalogues frogs, toads, newts, salamanders and the 46 snakes then known in hong kong, most with colour photographs. Added to this is the black market, for which no books are kept. For the first time, this book compiles images and data on all 97 extant local species in the format of a fullcolour, easytouse, quick reference field.
Titlespecific words are repeated to practise throughout. Encyclopedia of reptiles and amphibians book, 1994. Read all about colourful frogs, scaly snakes, snappy crocodiles, slimy salamanders and more amazing reptiles and amphibians. Louis school in sai wan, hong kong besides the regular biology laboratory. Amphibians and reptiles of the carolinas and virginia, 2nd. China is the type locality for 10 of the species, of which 6 are amphibians, including rana multistriata fejervarya. Wildlife explorer binder 85 cards reptiles, amphibians.
82 1427 122 936 216 1414 579 967 759 1450 446 13 103 211 684 1319 888 540 804 1124 1166 918 313 951 790 212 1012 717 438 1183 837 249 1237 1051 803 898 1061 443