Invasive and introduced reptiles and amphibians
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Abstract
Why is there a section on introduced amphibians and reptiles in this volume, and why should veterinarians care about this issue? Globally, invasive species are a major threat to the stability of native ecosystems,1,2 and amphibians and reptiles are attracting increased attention as potential invaders. Some introduced amphibians and reptiles have had a major impact (e.g., Brown Tree Snakes [Boiga irregularis] wiping out the native birds of Guam3 or Cane Toads [Rhinella marina] poisoning native Australian predators).4 For the vast majority of species, however, the ecological, economic, and sociopolitical effects of introduced amphibians and reptiles are generally poorly quantified, largely because of a lack of focused research effort rather than because such effects are nonexistent. This trend is alarming given that rates of introduction have increased exponentially in recent decades.
Suggested Citation
Reed, R., Krysko, K.L., 2014, Invasive and introduced reptiles and amphibians, chap. 28 of Current therapy in reptile medicine and surgery, p. 304-309, https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-1-4557-0893-2.00028-4.
| Publication type | Book chapter |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Book Chapter |
| Title | Invasive and introduced reptiles and amphibians |
| Chapter | 28 |
| DOI | 10.1016/B978-1-4557-0893-2.00028-4 |
| Year Published | 2014 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| Contributing office(s) | Fort Collins Science Center |
| Description | 6 p. |
| Larger Work Type | Book |
| Larger Work Subtype | Monograph |
| Larger Work Title | Current therapy in reptile medicine and surgery |
| First page | 304 |
| Last page | 309 |
| Online Only (Y/N) | N |
| Additional Online Files (Y/N) | N |