Boas of the West Indies: Evolution, Natural History, and Conservation by Robert Graham Reynolds, Robert W. Henderson, Luis M. Díaz, Tomás M. Rodríguez-Cabrera & Alberto R. Puente-Rolón.
Boas of the West Indies is a comprehensive survey of boid snakes, commonly known as boas, found on the islands of the Lucayan Archipelago, the Greater Antilles, and the Lesser Antilles. Bringing together the expertise of leading herpetologists R. Graham Reynolds, Robert W. Henderson, Luis M. Díaz, Tomás Michel Rodríguez, and Alberto R. Puente-Rolón, this volume synthesizes established knowledge and new findings on the evolutionary biology, natural history, and conservation statuses of these iconic snakes. One of the most ecologically diverse snake families, boas have inhabited the West Indies for millions of years. From the Cuban boa, which in many folk legends may grow to over twice a person's height, to the Hispaniolan vineboa, discovered only in 2020 and known to measure less than a meter long, Boas of the West Indies examines the eighteen species extant on these islands along with several others now extinct. Species accounts include details such as phenotypic traits, distribution, and behavior. Introductory chapters discuss the history of human-boa interaction, differences between West Indian and neotropical mainland boids, current conservation efforts, and more.
Boas of the West Indies: Evolution, Natural History, and Conservation
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Publication: Boas of the West Indies: Evolution, Natural History, and Conservation by Robert Graham Reynolds, Robert W. Henderson, Luis M. Díaz, Tomás M. Rodríguez-Cabrera & Alberto R. Puente-Rolón.
Published: Comstock Publishing Associates, March 15th, 2023.
Publication components: Hardcover, 288 pages containing text, colour photographs, maps and tables.
Language: English.
Dimensions: 26 x 21 x 1.85 cm.
ISBN: 978-1501765452