
Invasive reptiles and amphibians / Susan Schafer.
Title:
Invasive reptiles and amphibians / Susan Schafer.
ISBN:
9781502618306
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Edition:
First edition.
Publication Information:
New York : Cavendish Square Publishing, 2017.
Physical Description:
48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Contents:
Reptile and amphibian invaders -- Upsetting the balance -- Human agents -- A challenge ahead.
Summary:
In Invasive Reptiles and Amphibians, readers are shown examples of invasive snakes, frogs, and lizards to reveal the pattern of species introduction and habitat takeover. Identifying the adaptations of species like the Cane Toad, the title teaches students to compare the strengths and weaknesses of Earth s animals. The susceptibility of habitats such as Florida s emphasizes the delicacy of the food chain. By analyzing and comparing cases of invasive species, readers discover how humans impact the natural world and the work that must be done to keep the balance. Diagrams, Full-Color Photographs, Further Information Section, Glossary, Index, Sidebars, Websites.
Program Information:
Accelerated Reader AR MG 6.8 1 185544.
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OCLC Number:
ocn945072519
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