Amphibian Medicine and Captive Husbandry

Amphibian Medicine and Captive Care

Edited by Kevin M. Wright and Brent R. Whitaker, this comprehensive reference focuses on the veterinary care, disease diagnosis, and captive husbandry of amphibians. It explores husbandry practices, breeding, clinical diagnostic techniques, and a wide range of infectious, metabolic, nutritional, and other disorders. With extensive illustrations and clinical information, the book supports veterinarians, herpetologists, and professionals working with amphibians in zoos and aquariums.

Key Features:

• Covers veterinary medicine and captive care of amphibians
• Explains essential amphibian husbandry and environmental requirements
• Provides guidance on captive breeding and propagation
• Discusses clinical examination and disease diagnosis
• Explores basic clinicopathological diagnostic techniques
• Covers infectious diseases and their management
• Examines metabolic and nutritional disorders
• Addresses neoplastic and idiopathic conditions
• Includes extensive color photographs, figures, and reference tables
• Supports veterinarians, herpetologists, and zoo and aquarium professionals