The second edition of the Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Illinois offers up-to-date information on the state’s 102 species of frogs and toads, salamanders, turtles, lizards, and snakes. Detailed descriptions by the authors include habitats, distinguishing features, behaviors, and other facts, while revised range maps and full-color photographs help users recognize animals in the field. In addition, an identification key and easy-to-navigate page layouts guide readers through extensive background material on each species' population, diet, predators, reproduction, and conservation status. 303 p.

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►Wild Animals/Amphibians-Reptiles
►Animal Ecology

• Christopher A. Phillips. Principal Research Scientist and Curator of Amphibians, Illilnois Natural History Survey, Center for Biodiversity, Champaign,, IL (USA).
• John A. Crawford. Terrestrial Wildlife Ecologist. National Great Rivers Research and Education Center, East Alton, IL (USA).
• Andrew R. Kuhns. Associate Survey Scientist-Herpetologist. Illinois Natural History Survey, Prairie Research Institute, Champaign, IL (USA).
  
   
• Publication date (electronic format): 2022-08 - University of Illinois Press.