In Search of Lost Frogs: The Quest to Find the World's Rarest Amphibians

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On August 9 2010, 33 teams from 21 countries were dispatched to search for the 'lost frogs' identified by Conservation International. On their list were a host of species including, in the top ten most wanted, the Rio Pescado Stubfoot Toad, found only in Ecuador – which was to prove a triumphant rediscovery. Several months, a number of key rediscoveries – such as the Elegant Tropical Frog, last seen in 1937; and the Chalazodes Bubble-nest Frog, last seen in 1874 - and two new species later, the Search for Lost Frogs had generated more than 650 news articles in 20 countries, and over a billion potential viewers.

This fascinating new book tells the story of the expedition – its highs and lows, discoveries and failures and the campaign's ongoing work. Despite the campaign, one third of the world's amphibians remain threatened with extinction. Most of the species searched for were not found. But those that were provide a glimmer of hope. Understanding why these species have survived when many others have not should help us understand what makes these species different. Illustrated with rwith the author's superb colour photographs.

Condition

Fine in d/w.