Frogs: A Chorus of Colors

by John L. Behler, Deborah A. Behler, Clyde Peeling (Foreword)

With richly colorful photos and compelling, informative descriptions, John and Deborah Behler have carefully crafted a wonderful tribute to the amazingly complex frog. With decades of expertise in conservation, the Behlers are unequaled in their ability to capture the wild and ever-changing world of these amphibians—all 5,000 species. They reveal an unexpected diversity of form, lifestyle, and ecology, and take readers on a magical journey that makes vibrantly clear why these creatures are so important. Breathtaking and brilliant images show tadpoles in water and on leaves; a many-hued variety of frogs (bright blue, golden yellow and black, red and turquoise) in their environment; African sand frogs and chirping frogs; Oriental fire-bellied frogs; and tiny three-toed toadlets—among the smallest that exist. It’s a vision not to be missed.

Genres: Nonfiction, Science, Nature

160 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2005

Reviews

[Trent Marv · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an amazing book that covers the sheer diversity of frogs to be found in the world. It opens with a brief description of taxonomy and the evolution of frogs discussing ancient amphibians like Icthyostega. I have to say I think it was a missed opportunity not to shine a light on more extinct frog groups, for they actually have a interesting origin and not a lot was shown. They then discuss the general ecology of frogs, their tadpoles, and dangers they face from the environment and predators.
It then does a decent coverage of the families of frogs as they were when the book was published, and discusses the issues humans are causing them. Overall a great book filled with good pictures

[Starry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great resource. Lots of interesting and important info plus beautiful color pictures of different species around the world. I just ordered a copy of this book.

[Kayla · Rating 5 out of 5]

frogssssss

This book covers so much material in a way that's both exciting and informative. Also, the pictures of all the frogs are so fun and derpy. Highly recommend if you like frogs :D.

[a N d i E {o,o} · Rating 3 out of 5]

cool!

[Coral · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good overview of frog biology with lots of color photographs and descriptions of frog families. The text is well-written for a broad audience and the pictures are striking. Adults and kids alike should enjoy this one.

[Jhawn]

Good. I Read it and bought it for Corbett.