Reptiles and Amphibians

Halliday, Tim, O'Shea, Mark

ISBN 10: 0751327522 / ISBN 13: 9780751327526

Published by Dorling Kindersley, 2001

About this Item

Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Seller Inventory # GRP18552182

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Reptiles and Amphibians
• Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0751327522
• ISBN 13: 9780751327526
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 1.056 pounds

About this title

Synopsis

This is a new edition of the clearest, most authoritative guide to reptiles and amphibians you will find. From the Tomato Frog to the Cornsnake, discover over 400 species of reptiles and amphibians from around the world. 600 incredible photos, annotations and detailed descriptions highlighting chief characteristics and distinguishing marks will help you to identify different species quickly and easily. It covers everything from anatomy and lifecycle to behavior and includes maps showing you the geographical distribution of each species. It is perfect for nature lovers and pocket-sized so you can take it anywhere.

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.