Reptiles & Amphibians of the Midwest Field Guide

Identify the turtles, snakes, lizards, frogs, toads, and other herptiles of the Midwest with this easy-to-use field guide. From ponds to prairieland, encountering amphibians and reptiles in nature is a thrill. Learn to identify them throughout the midwestern United States. With Stan Tekiela’s famous field guide, identification is simple and informative. The Reptiles & Amphibians of the Midwest Field Guide features more than 130 species found in the region, organized by group and then by size. When you see a herptile (herp), you can determine its group by common visual characteristics and then turn to the corresponding section to find out what it is! Fact-filled information contains the particulars that you want to know, while full-color photographs provide the visual detail needed for accurate identification. Inside you’ll find: More than 130 species—only herps found in the Midwest Crisp, professional images that include color variations, bellies, scales, juveniles, and more to help you make positive identifications Detailed range maps Information that’s easily used by beginners and the experienced alike, complete with frog and toad croaking charts and status classifications Stan’s Notes with interesting facts and natural history information This field guide is applicable to the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. So grab the Reptiles & Amphibians of the Midwest Field Guide for your next outing to help ensure that you positively identify the wildlife you see.