{"product_id":"amphibians-reptiles-of-minnesota-wisconsin-michigan-a-field-guide-to-all-77-species-subspecies-9781936571147","title":"Amphibians \u0026 Reptiles of Minnesota, Wisconsin \u0026 Michigan: A Field Guide to All 77 Species \u0026 Subspecies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet the field identification guide to all 77 species and subspecies of reptiles and amphibians of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDid you know there are 77 kinds of snakes, frogs, toads, salamanders, turtles, and even lizards in the Western Great Lakes States? This includes two species of rattlesnakes! Herpetologist Allen Blake Sheldon introduces all 77 species and subspecies, and he teaches you how to identify them. Hundreds of full-color photos and detailed illustrations help to ensure that you make accurate identifications, and useful text--including the author's nature notes--familiarize you with these fascinating critters. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBook Features: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll 77 species of herps found in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn innovative format that makes field identification a snap\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed life cycle illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComparison charts of turtle hatchlings, frog tadpoles, and salamander larvae\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed range maps for all species\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore than 250 color photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Upper Midwest is a great place to find, learn about, and identify reptiles and amphibians. This is the perfect guide to help you do it!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAllen Blake Sheldon\u003c\/b\u003e, called \"Blake\" by family and friends, lives in Trempealeau, Wisconsin, where he roams the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife \u0026amp; Fish Refuge, Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge, and Perrot State Park. His enjoyment of amphibians and reptiles began early, with herpetology becoming a major interest during eighth grade. He received a BA in biology from Winona State University, studied Spotted Turtles in Maryland and taught high school biology. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHe has been seriously photographing amphibians, reptiles, and other wildlife for over 40 years, mostly in Minnesota and Wisconsin but also in North Carolina, Florida, the Southwest, and Belize. His photos have appeared in \u003ci\u003eNational Wildlife\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eNational Geographic\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eNatural History\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWildlife Conservation\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSierra\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eDefenders\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAudubon\u003c\/i\u003e, and many other magazines, books, and calendars. He has promoted interest in and understanding of amphibians and reptiles by writing articles for magazines and by presenting programs for environmental and photography groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Kollath-Stensaas Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50554336084242,"sku":"9781936571147","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_e891fafe-93ae-4eb0-9f95-48e507d5e197.jpg?v=1731712633","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/amphibians-reptiles-of-minnesota-wisconsin-michigan-a-field-guide-to-all-77-species-subspecies-9781936571147","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}