Smith, Hobart M. (Hobart Muir)
"Selected Records of Reptiles and Amphibians from Kansas" by John Breukelman and Hobart M. Smith is a scientific publication authored in the mid-20th century. This work primarily focuses on cataloging and presenting various records of reptiles and amphibians found in Kansas, providing invaluable data for researchers and enthusiasts alike. The book details extensive locality records gathered from collections at Kansas State Teachers College, specifically enumerating different species of reptiles and amphibians, their habitats, and significant findings, such as the first recorded presence of the Wood Frog ("Rana sylvatica") in Kansas. Each entry notes specific locations within the state, the sex, and identification of specimens examined. Breukelman and Smith's systematic approach to documentation highlights the importance of these species, contributing to the understanding of herpetological diversity in the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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