The Book of Frogs: A Life-Size Guide to Six Hundred Species from Around the World

The Book of Frogs presents six hundred frog species from around the world in life-size format. With over 7,000 known species existing globally, frogs exhibit remarkable diversity in form and behavior. Examples include the Golden Poison Frog, whose skin toxin can be lethal in tiny quantities; Darwin's Frogs, which carry tadpoles in their vocal sacs; and Wood Frogs of North America, which freeze and thaw seasonally through natural chemical processes. Each of the six hundred species featured includes a distribution map, sketches, species identification, natural history, and conservation status. Life-size color photographs display frogs at their actual size, ranging from tiny species to the seven-pound Goliath Frog. Written by expert Tim Halliday with current scientific information, the book serves both researchers and amateur herpetologists. As frog populations decline worldwide, the book emphasizes the ecological importance of these creatures and their adaptations to threatened habitats.