Product Description

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.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #72500 in Books
• Published on: 2002-10-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Turtleback
• 256 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9780789493934
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.

Review
...stunning photographs... -- Science News

Review
...stunning photographs... (Science News )

About the Author
Mark O'Shea is Curator of the Reptile Collection at the West Midlands Safari Park, England. He has participated in scientific expeditions to many parts of the world, and since 1986 has been making films for television, including programs for the Discovery Channel and O'Shea's Big Adventure, shown on Animal Planet. Tim Halliday is one of the world's foremost authorities on amphibians. He teaches at the UK's Open University and is International Director of the Declining Amphibians Populations Task Force.

Customer Reviews

One great book.
Like all the books in this series "Reptiles and Amphibians" gives a species by species look at a huge variety of creatures. From Chameleons to Cobras this book has a great selection. There are not many field guides out there with such fantastic and detailed photos so I suggest it for anyone who loves the to some "unlovable" slimy or scaly creatures of our world.

a useful book
I've the same book but a french one, it is the most useful book a reptiles' lover must have. It is simple to read, to understand. There's a good introduction to reptiles classifications (which is not obvious for begginers), the "identity card" for each animal is well conceived.
A good book to bring for travelling.

Great photos and great for kids
My 7 year old LOVES this book! The photos are great (better than illustrations) and I can read all the details to him. Every little boy should have this set of books!