The American Darters

The darters are a fascinating group of colorful and diminutive freshwater fish whose beauty rivals that of the tropical reef fishes. Native only to North America, the darters occur widely, especially in the United States, but are little known to the general public, largely because of their small size—few exceed six inches and some measure a mere one inch at maturity. This book is the first comprehensive guide to the darters, covering all named and several undescribed forms—140 species in all. Each species account includes a synoptic description to aid in separation of similar species and subspecies, a range map, and discussion of the species\u27 distribution, natural heritage, abundance, and scientific name. An illustrated key and glossary will further assist scientists, students, fishermen, and aquarium specialists in identifying darter species. Central to this volume is the series of 144 handsome color photographs illustrating nearly all known darter species and several subspecies. Most of the specimens shown were caught by the authors at sites throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and photographed by them on site using a recently developed technique that captures the full brilliance of the living fish. Because of their importance as indicators of environmental quality, the darters are receiving increasing attention today from scientists and naturalists. Public interest was focused recently on the plight of the snail darter, but many other darter species are either threatened or endangered, and others face an uncertain future as human activities continue to degrade our waterways. All those with an interest in preserving the natural heritage of our rivers and streams will find this comprehensive guide to the darters an invaluable tool. Robert A. Kuehne is associate professor of biological sciences at the University of Kentucky and the author of many papers on ecology, fish taxonomy, and the distribution patterns of aquatic animals. Roger W. Barbour is professor of biological sciences at the University of Kentucky. His publications include Bats of America (with Wayne H. Davis), Turtles of America (with Carl H. Ernst), and authorship or co-authorship of six volumes in the Kentucky Nature Series. He has received many awards for his contributions to wildlife conservation.https://uknowledge.uky.edu/upk_biology/1001/thumbnail.jp

Bluegrass Land and Life: Land Character, Plants, and Animals of the Inner Bluegrass Region of Kentucky: Past, Present, and Future

The Inner Bluegrass Region of Kentucky is a shining jewel of geography—synonymous in the minds of many with the state of Kentucky. It is unique in many respects: the character of its land, its native vegetation, and its indigenous animal life. The way of life developed by its human inhabitants over the past two hundred years, especially its focus on the Thoroughbred horse, is also unique. The interaction of these two forces—natural and human—is the focus for this important work. The book includes color plates of representative plant and animal species and typical habitats. The annotated lists of 474 animal and nearly 1,200 plant species describe habitat, frequency, and distribution. Bluegrass Land and Life is a book that will delight all who share an interest in the Bluegrass region\u27s past and present and a concern for its future. Mary E. Wharton is retired chairman of biological and earth sciences at Georgetown College. Roger W. Barbour is retired professor of zoology at the University of Kentucky. They are widely known as co-authors of A Guide to the Wildflowers and Ferns of Kentucky.https://uknowledge.uky.edu/upk_biology/1000/thumbnail.jp

Kachuga smithi Kachuga smithi

Kachuga smithi Kachuga smithihttps://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/roger_barbour_slide_collection/1527/thumbnail.jp

Terrapene coahuila

Terrapene coahuilahttps://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/roger_barbour_slide_collection/1602/thumbnail.jp

Emydoidea blandingii

Emydoidea blandingiihttps://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/roger_barbour_slide_collection/1610/thumbnail.jp

Chrysemys picta dorsalis

Chrysemys picta dorsalishttps://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/roger_barbour_slide_collection/1625/thumbnail.jp

Graptemys geographica

Graptemys geographicahttps://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/roger_barbour_slide_collection/1695/thumbnail.jp

Clemmys muhlenbergii

Clemmys muhlenbergiihttps://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/roger_barbour_slide_collection/1588/thumbnail.jp

Trachemys scripta cataspida

Trachemys scripta cataspidahttps://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/roger_barbour_slide_collection/1639/thumbnail.jp

Kinixys belliana

Kinixys bellianahttps://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/roger_barbour_slide_collection/1733/thumbnail.jp