author
Tom R. Johnson
A longtime Missouri herpetologist, this author turned decades of fieldwork into clear, practical guides for anyone curious about frogs, snakes, turtles, and other reptiles and amphibians. His books are especially valued for making close observation feel approachable and exciting.
1 Audiobook
Amphibians and Reptiles in Captivity
by Tom R. Johnson, Robert N. Bader, Donald J. Coxwell
About the author
Working as a herpetologist and wildlife writer, he became closely associated with the study of Missouri’s amphibians and reptiles. Reliable sources connect him with the Missouri Department of Conservation, where he served as state herpetologist and later appeared on publications as a retired herpetologist.
His best-known work is The Amphibians and Reptiles of Missouri, along with other guides and educational materials about Missouri wildlife. Sources also describe earlier work in zoos and note that he studied zoology at the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point, experience that helped shape the practical, field-based style of his books.
What makes his writing stand out is its usefulness: it is built for readers who want to identify species, understand habitats, and learn directly from the natural world. For audiobook listeners and nature readers alike, his work opens a door into the lives of animals that many people overlook.