Reptiles & Amphibians of Australia

The previous (fifth) edition is cited in Walford's Guide to Reference Books . This guide presents 1,000-plus species of frogs, crocodiles, turtles, tortoises, lizards and snakes that comprise Australia's rich and varied herpetofauna. Cogger (formerly a curator at the Australian Museum Society) provides details about distribution and habitats, keys illustrated with explanatory drawings, 991 distribution maps, about 840 color photographs, lists of currently recognized species, advice on collecting methods, vegetation and locality maps, and brief captive care and snakebite information. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)