Popular Amphibians
| Author | : Philippe de Vosjoli |
| Publisher | : Fox Chapel Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 146 |
| Release | : 2004-04-01 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781620080450 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1620080451 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (50 Downloads) |
Download or read book Popular Amphibians written by Philippe de Vosjoli and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2004-04-01 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts are among pet owner’s favorite amphibians, and this colorful guide proves the perfect introduction to these fascinating animals. Author Philippe de Vosjoli provides guidelines for keeping the most popular species of amphibians, highlighting Oriental fire-bellied toads, leopard frots, dwarf clawed frogs, fire-bellied newts, and tiger salamanders. For each he provides insight into commonly kept species, systematics, distribution and origins, size, longevity, sexing, housing, feeding, behavior, breeding, and more. This Advanced Vivarium Systems title includes information about selecting a healthy example, quarantine and acclimation considerations, housing needs, water and feeding, as well as solid advice about keeping the amphibian healthy. A separate chapter on diseases and disorders provides a complete primer on the health needs and veterinary care of these rewarding amphibians.
