"Kyphosis and other Variations in Soft-shelled Turtles" by Hobart M. Smith is a scientific work that examines unusual physical conditions in soft-shelled turtles, mainly kyphosis, which is a spinal deformity. The publication, part of the University of Kansas Publications, shares the investigations into numerous soft-shelled turtle kinds, specially paying close attention to three from America: "Amyda emoryi", "A. mutica", and "A. spinifera". Smith goes over kyphotic turtles' traits, discussing size and shape differences, and how these deformities might affect growth and what could cause them. The book also considers the physical differences of Soft-shelled Turtles, which helps us understand how they're sorted and named. It is useful for scientists, turtle experts, and people who are interested in turtles.
Kyphosis and other Variations in Soft-shelled Turtles
By Hobart M. (Hobart Muir) Smith
Discover the bizarre world of soft-shelled turtles with humped backs and other strange deformities, as scientists explore the mysteries of their bodies.
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About the AuthorHobart Muir Smith, born Frederick William Stouffer, was an American herpetologist. He is credited with describing more than 100 new species of American reptiles and amphibians. In addition, he has been honored by having at least six species named after him, including the southwestern blackhead snake, Smith's earth snake, Smith's arboreal alligator lizard, Hobart's anadia, Hobart Smith's anole, and Smith's rose-bellied lizard. At 100 years of age, Smith continued to be an active and productive herpetologist. Although he published on a wide range of herpetological subjects, his main focus throughout his career was on the amphibians and reptiles of Mexico, including taxonomy, bibliographies, and history. Having published more than 1,600 manuscripts, he surpassed all contemporaries and remains the most published herpetologist of all time.
Hobart Muir Smith, born Frederick William Stouffer, was an American herpetologist. He is credited with describing more than 100 new species of American reptiles and amphibians. In addition, he has been honored by having at least six species named after him, including the southwestern blackhead snake, Smith's earth snake, Smith's arboreal alligator lizard, Hobart's anadia, Hobart Smith's anole, and Smith's rose-bellied lizard. At 100 years of age, Smith continued to be an active and productive herpetologist. Although he published on a wide range of herpetological subjects, his main focus throughout his career was on the amphibians and reptiles of Mexico, including taxonomy, bibliographies, and history. Having published more than 1,600 manuscripts, he surpassed all contemporaries and remains the most published herpetologist of all time.
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