There has been a huge surge of interest in reptiles and amphibians over the past few years in both scientific research and common interest. This superbly designed and illustrated encyclopedia has brought together a wealth of new and fascinating information on amphibians and reptiles in one volume. Written by a stream of distinguished zoologists and brought together by internationally renowned experts, Tim Halliday and Kraig Adler, the encyclopedia gives an excellent and authoritative overview of reptiles and amphibians. Vividly illustrated with excellent colour photographs on all reptiles and amphibians, it manages to combine scientific research with easy to read essays thus appealing simultaneously to a general audience interested in natural history and to specialists requiring an accurate up to date reference work. The New Encyclopedia of Reptiles and Amphibians builds on the success of its first edition, published in 1986, to produce an up-to-date, authoritative and hugely readable species by species guide to all the reptiles and amphibians of the world.

The New Encyclopedia of Reptiles and Amphibians

Tim Halliday

Reference

Oxford University Press

Authoritative text crystal-clear photography and a systematic approach make the Dorling Kindersley "Handbook of Reptiles and Amphibians" the most comprehensive and easy-to-use pocket guide to the reptiles and amphibians of the world. Packed with over 600 full-color photographs of more than 400 varieties it is designed to cut through the complicated identification process and enable you to recognize a species instantly. Identification Made Easy Each entry combines a precise description with fully annotated photographs to highlight the chief characteristics and distinguishing features of each species. A comprehensive introduction - describes the anatomy life cycle and behavior of the major groups of reptiles and amphibians while the initial stages of identification are made straightforward by a clear visual key. In-Depth Information - Each entry in the Dorling Kindersley "Handbook of Reptiles and Amphibians" is accompanied by a map showing the geographical distribution of the species while the text and color-coded bands give the internationally scientific name and provide at-a-glance information on size diet habitat reproduction and population status. A concise glossary explains all technical and scientific terms used.

Reptiles and Amphibians : The Visual Guide to More Than 400 Species from Around the World (DK Handbooks)

mark-o-shea

Teen & Young Adult

Smithsonian Handbooks are the most visually appealing guides on the natural world in the book marketplace. Featuring more than 500 full-color illustrations and photographs, along with detailed annotations, Smithsonian Handbooks make identification easy and accurate.The most accessible recognition guides. A systematic approach, authoritative text, and clear photographs make the Smithsonian Handbook of Reptiles and Amphibians the most comprehensive and easy-to-use pocket guide to the reptiles and amphibians of the world. Packed with over 600 color photographs of more than 400 species, this handbook is designed to enable you to recognize each species quickly and easily.Expertly written, each entry combines a precise description with fully annotated photographs to highlight the chief characteristics and distinguishing features of each species. A comprehensive introduction describes the anatomy, lifecycle, and behavior of the major groups of reptiles and amphibians, while the initial steps of identification are facilitated by a clear visual key. Each entry in the Smithsonian Handbook of Reptiles and Amphibians is accompanied by a map showing the geographical distribution of the species while the text and color-coded bands give the internationally accepted scientific name and provide at-a-glance information on size, diet, habitat, reproduction, and population status. A concise glossary explains all technical and scientific terms used in the book.Table of Contents:  Authors' introduction - How this book works - What is an amphibian? - What is a reptile? - Amphibian reproduction - Reptile reproduction - Amphibian feeding habits - Reptile feeding habits - Movement and activity - Defense - Distribution and habitat - Conservation - Studying and keeping - Identification key - Reptiles : Turtles and tortoises - Tuataras - Lizards - Snakes - Crocodilians - Amphibians : Newts and salamanders - Caecilians - Frogs and toads

Smithsonian Handbooks Reptiles and Amphibians The Clearest Recognition Guides Available

Science & Math

Biological Sciences

Covent Garden Books

Smithsonian Handbooks are the most visually appealing guides on the natural world in the book marketplace. Featuring more than 500 full-color illustrations and photographs, along with detailed annotations, Smithsonian Handbooks make identification easy and accurate.

UC REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS

DK ADULT

The most comprehensive and easy-to-use pocket guide to the reptiles and amphibians of the world, with beautiful color photographs and authoritative text from an expert herpetologist and a biology professor specializing in amphibians. Packed with over 600 color photographs of more than 400 species, this handbook is designed to enable you to recognize each species quickly and easily. World-renowned herpetologist Mark O’Shea, best known for his Animal Planet/Discovery Channel show O’Shea’s Big Adventure, teams up with Tim Halliday, former biology professor at the Open University and one of the world’s leading authorities on amphibians, to write expert-level entries highlighting the chief characteristics and distinguishing features of each species, accompanied by crisp, detailed photos. A comprehensive introduction describes the anatomy, lifecycle, and behavior of the major groups of reptiles and amphibians, while the initial steps of identification are facilitated by a clear visual key. Whether you’re spotting animals in the field or browsing the fascinating world of wildlife from the comfort of your home, this Dorling Kindersley guidebook is a great resource for any nature-lover.

Smithsonian Handbooks: Reptiles and Amphibians (Smithsonian Handbooks) (DK Handbooks)