The Amphibians and Reptiles of Michigan

A comprehensive look at Michigan amphibians and reptiles, spanning both recent and ancient times.

Winner of Michigan Notable Books 2013

“This collection should be heartily welcomed by herpetologists, vertebrate paleontologists, zoologists, ecologists, and general biologists. Finally, I'm certain the book will be embraced by anyone who loves salamanders, frogs, turtles, and snakes. I have tried to write with as little scientific jargon as possible. But, when jargon has slithered into my writing, please forgive me for it. I have included some whimsical accounts of my experiences in the field and laboratory with both fossil and modern amphibians and reptiles, as well as a wee bit of levity now and then."”

After reading Holman's opus, I regret never having made his acquaintance. I feel I could have learned a great deal from this man who knew so much about both contemporary herpetology and paleoherpetology. I thoroughly enjoyed his book and highly recommend it to anyone interested in Michigan or Midwestern herpetology. I consider it a welcome addition to my bookshelf and will have it in hand on my next trip to Michigan.

--John G. Palis "Bulletin of the Chicago Herpetological Society"

--J. Alan Holman "from the introduction"

J. Alan Holman was curator emeritus of vertebrate paleontology at the Michigan State University Museum, emeritus professor of geology and zoology at Michigan State University, and a museum associate at the University of Nebraska State Museum. He was considered the leading authority of New World fossil snakes and published more than 260 works in paleoherpetology, herpetology, and vertebrate paleontology. He passed away in 2006.

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