[ May 16, 2025] The Kihansi Spray Toad (Nectophrynoides asperginis): Crisis Biology in the 21st Century (Ecological Studies, 254)

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A Case Study in Amphibian Conservation This book details the species recovery program that was designed and implemented over two decades to conserve the Kihansi Spray Toad ( Nectophrynoides asperginis ), an extinct-in-the-wild tropical amphibian. This complex, two-decade effort highlights the challenges of conserving highly threatened tropical amphibians and integrating conservation with development in the 21st century. Key Features In-Depth Case Study : This book details a species recovery program designed and implemented over two decades. International Collaboration : More than 20 international and national institutions were involved in the design and implementation of the program. Conservation and Development : It highlights the challenges of conserving highly threatened tropical amphibians and integrating conservation with development in the 21st century. Target Audience : This volume will appeal to biologists, conservation and development practitioners , and institutions and individuals concerned about the conservation of biodiversity. Final Tool : This book presents an example of a captive breeding and reintroduction program, which often represents the final tool to conserve rapidly declining species.

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