"The Systematic Status of Eumeces pluvialis Cope, and Noteworthy Records of Other Amphibians and Reptiles From Kansas and Oklahoma" by Hobart M. Smith is a mid-20th century scientific study that shines a light on the world of reptiles and amphibians. Specifically, the book explores the classification of the "Eumeces pluvialis" species, while also reporting discoveries about other reptiles and amphibians in Kansas and Oklahoma; this exploration dives into the differences between geographical populations of this species. Smith shares findings from a study that aimed to clarify the "Eumeces pluvialis", exploring the physical traits, behaviors, and habitats of diverse amphibians and reptiles, such as the first-ever documented sighting of the "Eurycea lucifuga" in Kansas. This exploration adds to our understanding of where reptiles and amphibians live and acts as a useful correction to earlier studies, significantly contributing to the science of herpetology and natural history.
The Systematic Status of Eumeces pluvialis Cope
By Hobart M. (Hobart Muir) Smith
Venture into a world of scales and slime as a scientist uncovers the secrets of reptile and amphibian life across the American heartland.
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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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