TERRALOG: Turtles of the World: North America, Vol. 2 (English and German Edition)

North American turtles, among the most colorful and popular of all, are covered in this second volume of TERRALOG. Where possible, more than one individual is shown, as well as photos of their natural habitat, sexual dimorphism, peculiarities of the carapace and plastron, mating, oviposition, hatching, and juveniles. Descriptive symbols of their captive needs appear for each species. Color distribution maps for all species are presented for the first time. With 500 color photographs, this volume of TERRALOG is a unique reference for everyone ? from the hobbyist to the scientist. It presents a fascinating insight into the amazing diversity of North American turtles and tortoises. Another three volumes will be published in the years to come.