Field Guide to the Snakes and Other Reptiles of Southern Africa FROM THE PUBLISHER
The Field Guide to Snakes and other Reptiles of Southern Africa was published a decade ago as a comprehensive guide to the region's 397 reptile species. Since then herpetological studies in southern Africa have undergone a renaissance and in the last 10 years more than 83 new reptile species have been discovered - at a phenomenal rate of a new species every 44 days. The text has been completely reworked and includes taxonomic changes and updates, and new information on biology, breeding, subspecies and habitats; all the distribution maps have been updated to include the latest range extensions; 16 new colour plates have been added to the 96 existing plates, together presenting more than 600 full-colour photographs; explanatory notes and a comprehensive glossary make the subject accessible to even the beginner herpetologist; and, for the first time, the index to common names is presented in the form of a checklist, allowing naturalists to compile a life list.
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Booknews
The new edition reflects a renaissance in the field--83 new reptile species discovered in the last 10 years. Introductory notes on finding and observing reptiles are followed by entries arranged according to scientific name. Each includes a distribution map, a detailed description, and notes on biology and breeding, habitat, and range. Color plates contain over 600 photographs. Also included are a glossary and an index of common names in checklist format. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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