Reptiles and amphibians are an important and often times abundant part of forest communities. However, their presence in the woods are often overlooked. Learn about the biology, identification, and habitats of many reptile and amphibian species found in and around your woods.
Presenter Brian MacGowan has been an Extension Wildlife Specialist with the Department of Forestry & Natural Resources at Purdue University since 1999.
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Brian provided resources to share with you:
1. Williams, R.N., B.J. MacGowan, Z. Walker, J. Hoverman, and N. Burgmeier. 2017. Frogs and Toads of Indiana. Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service Publication, FNR-516.
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2. MacNeil, J., A.C. Currylow, R.N. Williams, and B.J. MacGowan. 2013. Forest Management for Reptiles and Amphibians: a technical guide for the Central Hardwoods Region. Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service Publication, FNR-480.
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3. MacGowan, B.J. and R.N. Williams. 2013. Appreciating reptiles and amphibians in nature. Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service Publication, FNR-478.
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4. MacGowan, B.J. and R.N. Williams. 2012. Snakes and Lizards of Indiana. Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service Publication, FNR-469. mdc.itap.purdu...
5. Williams, R. N., B. J. MacGowan, Z. Walker and B. K. Kingsbury. 2005. Salamanders of Indiana. Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service Publication, FNR-261.
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6. MacGowan, B. J., B. A. Kingsbury, and R. N. Williams. 2004. Turtles of Indiana. Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service Publication, FNR-243, 63pp.
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7. A Guide to Creating Vernal Ponds. Thomas R. Biebighauser. www.nyfoa.org/....
17 мар 2024
