Birds, Mammals, and Reptiles of the Galapagos Islands: An Identification Guide, 2nd Edition

Book Description

This simple-to-use, pocket-size volume offers a comprehensive guide to the unique wildlife of the Galápagos, encompassing all the birds, mammals, and reptiles a visitor to these extraordinary islands might encounter. The second edition corrects and amends plates and text, as well as adds six new photos of the whales.
Reviews of the first edition:
“The essential field companion for Galápagos visitors.”—The Quarterly Review of Biology
"I cannot conceive anyone going to the Galápagos without [this book] in hand." —Noble S. Proctor

Customer Reviews:

Birds, Mammals, and Reptiles of the Galapagos Islands: An Identification Guide, 2nd Edition.......2007-01-09

An excellent, easy to use book that is well laid out with good illustrations. Ron

This is still the Galápagos guide you want - this 2nd edition is even better than the 1st!.......2005-11-09

Original review of 1st Edition, November 9, 2005

This is the Galápagos guide you want!

Andy Swash (photographer) and Rob Still (computer design wizard) have conspired to produce the handiest and most authoritative guide to the wildlife of these enchanted islands. They have pioneered the use of computer enhanced photographs, which combine the advantage of a photograph as an accurate record of an individual, with the artists ability to stress those features that are representative of the species. In one pocket-sized, 168 page, full-colour photographic guide you have all you need to identify almost all of the archipelago's wildlife including every living species of bird, mammal and reptile.

And since WILDGuides are a non-profit organisation which supports conservation throughout the world, you are helping ensure that the wildlife you enjoy today will still be there for others to enjoy tomorrow. Check out their other titles, all of which share the enhanced photography approach.

The prefect guide for the curious visitor and expert alike. Look no further!

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Comments on 2nd Edition, September 5, 2006

This second edition (white cover) differs from the first (blue cover - see review above) as follows:-

* it includes new species for the islands, such as Green Heron and Grey-headed Gull
* all range maps have been revised and updated
* the cetaceans section has been completely revamped
* a new section on "electronic media" is provided
* the species checklist has been brought right up-to-date

The guide remains the top recommendation for wildlife observation on the islands and WILDGuides are still a non-profit organisation with an impressive record of donations to conservation.

One of the best books we bought for our trip.......2005-10-26

We bought this book as one of 5 guides to the Galapagos which we took with us on our trip in Oct 05. It was really excellent, so good in fact, that our wonderful naturalist guide asked if we could send him a copy. I just gave him ours and now I have to order it again for us! It's organized by type of animal and bird, which makes it easier for novices to experienced wildlife observers alike to identify animals and birds. It has a nice sturdy format also, which is good for taking along onto the islands.

I highly recommend this book!

An Identification Guide to the Birds,mammals, and Reptiles of the Galapagos Islands.......2005-10-22

It is very informative for visitors to the islands and probably be able to recognize some of the birds etc when you see them.Yet to proof it during my next visit to the island in December 2005.

Galapagos Animals Etc........2005-09-01

I believe this book will help me a great deal when I travel to the Galapagos Island next week.

A Field Guide to Reptiles & Amphibians of Eastern & Central North America (Peterson Field Guide Series)

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Excellent resource
FANTASTIC!
Useful... not so user friendly
I love this
Great Guide

A Field Guide to Reptiles & Amphibians of Eastern & Central North America (Peterson Field Guide Series)
Roger Conant , and Joseph T. Collins
Manufacturer: Houghton Mifflin
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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A Field Guide to Western Reptiles and Amphibians (Peterson Field Guides(R))

ASIN: 0395904528

Book Description

This newly designed field guides features detailed descriptions of 595 species and subspecies. The 656 full-color illustrations and 384 drawings show key details for accurate identification. More than 100 color photographs and 333 color photographs and 333 color distribution maps accompany the species descriptions.

Customer Reviews:

Excellent resource.......2007-09-08

We live on a lake and frequently refer to this book to identify our water and woodland snakes.This book is very user friendly.

FANTASTIC!.......2007-07-12

This is a wonderful seller. My guide arrived very promptly and in great condition!! Terrific buy!

Useful... not so user friendly.......2007-06-12

National Audubon's original field guide, and perhaps the most recent one, is much better organized and easier to use in the field.

I love this.......2006-11-25

I love this book because I have the National Audubon Society First Field Guide for reptiles and I would often run in to reptile that the I couldn't Identify. I knew that I needed a bigger better book. So I bought the western and eastern Peterson Field guide for reptiles and amphibians and it had a lot more reptiles and it had amphibian which I never had a book that had information about them before, it has a lot more reptiles and it's shows you were they are each located. It give you a detailed description of each animal and a detailed drawing of each animal. Because of this I have been able to identify reptiles and amphibian that I couldn't before. I don't like that the maps for the eastern book are not as easy to find for some of the animals.

Great Guide.......2005-02-21

I'm starting to get interested in amphibian id and was looking for a book to help as I join in on frog monitoring and other citizen science projects. So, I haven't gotten to use this book in the field yet since it's still midwinter but the book seems like just what I need. It's a typical field guide in that it has the species plates. Pictures in this section are well drawn with color variations and patterns clearly shown and also described in words. Then there are the species-specific entries where each animal is described, habitats and location maps are provided, foods are described, etc. What I especially like about this book is that in this section they also have actual photographs of the animals shown. The photos are close-up so you can see the eggs or the young of snakes for example. I especially love the section on salamanders and decided not to bother trying to get a book dedicated to salamanders just yet. This has all the info I'll need to get going on understanding and identifying these creatures. Looking forward to a trek out to the vernal pools in March and bringing this book with me.

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Sea Turtles: An Ecological Guide
Sea Turtles
We Would Shout and Swim About, Resting Our Head on the Sea Bed
Information first, entertainment second
Good, but...

Sea Turtles: An Ecological Guide
David Gulko , and Karen L. Eckert
Manufacturer: Mutual Publishing
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1566476518

Book Description

Explore the amazing world of sea turtles - their natural history, their life cycles, habitats and their struggles against the mounting threats posed by humans. Sea Turtles: An Ecological Guide is a must-have for educators, biologists, conservationists, and divers. Over 200 photographs and illustrations clearly depict every facet of a sea turtle's life and habitat. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of this book benefits the Wider Caribbean Sea Turtle Conservation Network (WIDECAST.) Dr. Gulko is a widely recognized expert in coral reef ecosystems who is now a coral reef ecology manager for the state of Hawaii. Dr. Eckert is a sea turtle ecologist and a professor at Duke University.

Customer Reviews:

Sea Turtles: An Ecological Guide.......2007-09-30

Recommended as a resource text for a marine lab weekend on sea turtles, this brightly illustrated book is appropriate for both adult and younger readers.

Sea Turtles.......2006-08-02

Fantastic book! I could not put it down. The information was presented in a wonderful format. I watched other first time readers glued to this book during a workshop on Loggerhead turtles.

We Would Shout and Swim About, Resting Our Head on the Sea Bed.......2006-01-24

Sea Turtles: An Ecological Guide is outstanding. I recommend it to anyone interested in learning about our mellow, reptilian friends.

The book is arranged almost as a series of articles. Each article is a few pages in length and describes a facet of sea turtle biology or behavior. Example articles include "The Anatomy of a Sea Turtle," "The Problem of Salt Regulation (Or How an Aquatic Turtle Can Die of Thirst)", "A Short Guide to Dining Out with Sea Turtles," and "How Fishing Efforts Can Have Ecological Effects on Sea Turtles."

For those who care about such things, the book is soft covered and full-color with heavy, high quality pages.

So, why the heck am I rating it so highly? Well, Sea Turtles isn't dry--and that can sometimes be hard to come by in an ecology/biology book. The articles are (to me, at least) interesting, and although the writing gets scientific at times, each article is filled with photographs and diagrams. The visual aids make the information much easier to digest.

Also, sections of the book heavily underscore the hazards sea turtles face from industries and from individual humans. According to the back cover, a portion of the proceeds (although it doesn't say how large-or small-of a portion) gained from the book are donated to a group dedicated to sea turtle conservation.

Information first, entertainment second.......2005-10-01

David Gulko and Karen Eckert collaborated on a great book about sea turtles with this volume. It follows the same format and style as in Gulko's earlier book, Hawaiian Coral Reef Ecology.

This book is written for the visually oriented reader. It has so many pictures and diagrams that you imagine it weighs more than it should (really!). It is comprehensive, current, and informative, with factoids throughout. I would rate it as appropriate for 8th graders through undergraduates. There are intricacies in many of the figures that you don't even notice until you've looked at them for the fourth time. The price is right, and I understand a teacher's guide has also been developed (available from the publisher). Although Gulko hails from Hawaii, and Eckert from the Caribbean, this book does credit to all sea turtles in all oceans. I was especially appreciative of the focus on conservation challenges.

Good, but..........2005-09-03

also buy "Sea Turtles: A Complete Guide to Their Biology, Behavior, and Conservation" by James R. Spotila. Both books have lots of useful information and Gulko and Eckert is a bit cheaper, but Spotila's book is stunning. By both, but if you are cash strapped, buy Spotila's book first.

The National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Reptiles and Amphibians

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time for an informational update
Reptiles and Amphibians Field Guide
Good For Wilderness Getaways
good for casual use
Edition needs refining.

The National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Reptiles and Amphibians
NATIONAL AUDUBON SOCIETY
Manufacturer: Knopf
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Turtleback

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ASIN: 0394508246
Release Date: 1979-11-12

Book Description

Why are some frogs able to freeze solid and still survive? How can secretions from amphibians offer scientists clues for treating human ailments? What allows reptiles and amphibians to regenerate their limbs? Reptiles & Amphibians, an exciting new Explore Your World™ handbook, incorporates the Discovery Channel's unique authoritative approach and acclaimed visuals to answer these and other questions in a captivating blend of information and entertainment.

Reptiles & Amphibians features:
¸ Background information on evolution, anatomy, physiology, habitats, and life cycles of a range of reptile and amphibian families.
¸ A detailed look at how reptiles and amphibians survive-how they eat, move around, defend themselves, and combat temperature extremes.
¸ Examinations of metamorphosis, growth and longevity, and vocalization techniques.
¸ Practical advice on how to responsibly study reptiles and amphibians in the wild or care for them as pets.
¸ An identification guide to more than 160 of the most fascinating herpetological species from around the world, organized by environment.
¸ More than 300 full-color photos and illustrations.

Customer Reviews:

time for an informational update.......2007-09-30

As with all the Audubon field guides, the strong enduring points are the quality of the photos; the durable binding and leatherette cover; and the index that is organized and cross-referenced to the photos.

The descriptions are pretty staight forward; but, the summaries are woefully inadequate, even when this book was current. The anatomy, life cycle, and habitats are discussed for each species, albeit vaguely.

In the eventuality that there is an update . . . the details need to be fleshed out more; the range and distribution maps made more concise; and the descriptions of new species discovered plus expanded summations of each species would correct the deficiencies.

This field guide still has its place in the naturalists library, if only for the quality of the photos. For better information, however, you may want to look at the Peterson's guide.

Extracts: A Field Guide for Iconoclasts

The Cloud Reckoner

Reptiles and Amphibians Field Guide.......2007-01-05

I love these books and can't say anything else than that!

Good For Wilderness Getaways.......2006-09-23

Though I agree with others a revision is long overdue, and there have been a few new species discovered over the years; namely salamanders. I still find it quite helpful though, in identifying the lizard that just ran across the trail, or for that possible snake sighting. And as bad as my eyes are (Keratoconus), yes the maps could be larger, but I don't find them particularly hard to read. Except for certain species that have very small and restricted ranges. Then finding the little dot can be near impossible. Beautiful photographs. Gives one a better appreciation of these animals; that, along with years of watching the "Crocodile Hunter" God rest his soul.

good for casual use.......2005-03-07

I have a soft spot for these Audubon guides because the first field guide I ever owned was an Audubon, and it got a lot of use. However, I currently use the Peterson Field Guide to Western Reptiles and Amphibians, and I have found that it is easier to use, and more descriptive than this one. There are two main reasons for this:
1) The Peterson guide has a brief description of each animal on the page facing the image of the animal and points out, sometimes with the aid of small arrows, the most useful identifying characteristics. Like the Audubon guide, it also has a page number you can flip to for more details about the life history etc.
2) The distribution maps in these Audubon guides are fairly small and vague, while the Peterson has a separate section for maps in the back that are much larger and more accurate. Of course it's impossible to say exactly what the range of almost any animal is, but I feel that this Audubon guide definitely has room for improvement. I do enjoy the photography, though; the Peterson uses illustrations, some of which are black and white.

Edition needs refining........2004-07-11

The contemporary edition of the Audubon Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians is decades old. Though it covers many species of snakes, salamanders, newts, etc., it is underrated because of the lack of updating. Some species names are known to be out of date, or invalid. However, even this cannot override the true quality of all the Audubon guides, including this book. Even though a newly revised and updated edition is way overdue, it still presents spectacular photographs of various species. The system is the same, with the description in the back of the book. The Audubon Guide to Weather has been revised and updated over the years and hopefully, this one will be also.

Rhacodactylus: The Complete Guide to their Selection and Care

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Very Interesting and great knowledge...
The Definitive Work
Best Rhacodactylus Book in print
a must have for any rhacodatylus owner!!
If you have ANY interest in Rhacodactylus, get this book!

Rhacodactylus: The Complete Guide to their Selection and Care
Philippe De Vosjoli , Allen Repashy , and Frank Fast
Manufacturer: Advanced Visions Inc.
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ASIN: 0974297100

Book Description

With 250 color photographs, Rhacodactylus is the most complete photographic and husbandry reference on crested geckos, gargoyle geckos, giant geckos, and other members of the genus. The three authors were pioneers in establishing these popular lizards in U.S. herpetoculture

Customer Reviews:

Very Interesting and great knowledge..........2007-06-29

This book is a description in very specific details of the rhacodactylus family. I find it very important to know where these animals come from, how to maintain them in the most naturalistic way possible, etc. This book is a must need for Rhacodactylus keepers!

5 big thumbs up!

The Definitive Work.......2006-07-05

The nature of human beings is to explore, to examine, and to try to understand everything around us. This book benefits our instinctual search for information about the natural ecosystems around us. It provides us with an insight into the world of some of the rarest and most beautiful creatures in the world and lays bare the world in which they live. Anyone who has an interest in herpetology or is simply hoping to delve into the amazing world of reptile study can gain so much from this book and from Phillipe De Vosjoli's other outstanding and contemplative works.

Best Rhacodactylus Book in print.......2005-08-16

This is by far the best book in print on Rhac's. It covers Crested, Gargoyle, Chahoua, and the Giant Leachianus Geckos among others. It has sections on all aspects of careing for them including breeding. Many helpful photos to demonstrate the various color and structure morphs (especially of the Crested Geckos). The only thing that could be added here (maybe in a second edition) is what combinations of different morphs are likely to produce what morphs. Also some info on on temperature sex determination for incubation temps would be helpful in the future after more research is done in this area. The Authors all have plenty of first hand experience and some of the largest collections of these geckos in the world. All in all, the best book available on Rhac's at this time.

a must have for any rhacodatylus owner!!.......2003-12-13

This book is excellant! The text is thorough, and the illustrations are phenomenal. There is virtually no stone left unturned. Every question concerning the husbandry and natural history of rhacodactylus is explored and explained. The authors attention to detail is unmatched. This book is a must have for any person whom wants to own, or already owns any species of rhacodactylus, novice and expert alike.

If you have ANY interest in Rhacodactylus, get this book!.......2003-12-12

This book is a MUST HAVE for anyone interested in this amazing group of geckos. Rhacodactylus are a small group of geckos that are found only on the island of New Caledonia, that lies roughly between Australia, New Guinea and New Zealand. For such a small group, these geckos occur in a diverse array of beautiful and often bizarre forms. One member of this genus, Rhacodactylus leachianus, holds the distinction of being the largest living species of gecko in the world, reaching a total length of up to 17 inches and weighing nearly a pound!

I have been keeping reptiles for 30+ years. I can remember back when the only readily available books on reptile or amphibian care had lots of pretty (or sometimes not so pretty and often mislabeled) pictures, but little useful information on the natural history or husbandry of these animals. Worse yet, what little information was there was frequently just plain wrong! Those of us who were really dedicated to the hobby had to go to university libraries and search out obscure zoo and animal care journals to gain insight on how to keep our animals healthy, happy and reproducing.

That all changed when Philippe de Vosjoli introduced his Advanced Vivarium Systems "Care and Maintenence" series of books that emphasized good, solid husbandry information, based on years of research by the top experts in the field. Many of these he authored or co-authored himself along with some of the other top reptile and amphibian keepers in the world. The goal of these books was to make good, solid information on proper care of reptiles and amphibians readily available, both to long time keepers and people just starting out in the hobby.

This latest work by he and his co-authors, Frank Fast and Allen Repashy, is one of his best and most ambitious works yet. In addition to the main authors, the information in this book has been compiled from many of the other top gecko keepers/breeders in the the U.S. and Europe. The book covers all six species and 2 subspecies of Rhacodactylus, giving descriptions of each, and excellent information on all aspects of their husbandry and breeding. Everything from nutrition, caging, breeding and much more are covered in great detail. In addition, the book contains some of the latest information on the habitat and ecology of these animals, along with numerous beautiful pictures of the different forms and color morphs of the geckos and their habitats.

This book is also an excellent companion volume for anyone lucky enough to own the now out of print Rhacodactylus - Biology, Natural History and Husbandry by Robert Seipp and Friedrich Wilhelm Henkel. The new book updates and greatly expands on much of the information presented in the earlier book.

Book Description

The Yucatn Peninsula is today divided among Belize, Guatemala, and Mexico. Travelers to this region discover both astonishing archaeological sites and a stunning array of wildlife, including crocodiles, turtles, lizards, snakes, frogs, toads, and salamanders. This book--written by the world's leading authority on the herpetology of the lowland Maya area--is the only comprehensive field guide to all the species of amphibians and reptiles found there.

This field guide allows identification of all native and introduced species of amphibians and reptiles of the region.

features nearly 180 color photographs and 180 drawings.

offers valuable techniques for field identification, and a glossary of herpetological terms.

provides in each species account: description, natural history, similar species, and geographic distribution (complete with maps of each animal's range).

includes suggested readings for those who want to know more about a particular species.

illustrates all tadpoles.

describes the most characteristic vocalizations of the reptiles and amphibians in the volume.

introduces the physical geography, climate, and vegetation of the region, with emphasis on the habitats of amphibians and reptiles.

Customer Reviews:

Excellent field guide.......2001-08-28

This book is perfect for anyone interested in herps in the Maya Forest. Complementary to Campbell's field guide, but also includes great line drawings, range maps, and characteristics to distinguish from similar species. Also, better photos than in Campbell's guide. If I were to buy one field guide for the area, I'd choose this over Campbell's.

An exceptionally well laid out field guide.......2001-02-09

A Field Guide To The Amphibians And Reptiles Of The Maya World is a comprehensive survey of the crocodiles, turtles, lizards, snakes, frogs, toads, and salamanders found in Belize, Guatemala, and Mexico. This exceptionally well laid out field guide allows the easy identification of all native and introduced species of amphibians and reptiles of the region; is enhanced with 180 color photographs and 180 drawings; provides valuable techniques for field identification; includes a glossary of herpetological terms; and for each species gives a full description, natural history, and geographic distribution information (complete with maps). There are suggested readings for those who want to know more about a particular species, even descriptions of the most characteristic vocalizations of the reptiles and amphibians surveyed. A Field Guide To The Amphibians And Reptiles Of The Maya World is a "must" for any personal, professional, or academic library collection of natural history and herpetology reference works.

Amphibians and Reptiles of the Maya world.......2000-08-23

Julian C. Lee's field guide of the amphibians and reptiles of the Maya world is excellent. The color photographs make it easy to identify the animal in question; the maps give the reader the distribution of the form; the text gives a short synopsis of the characters and natural history of the taxon; the photos, line drawings, and the PRICE make it all worth while. Any person visiting the outback of the Yucatan Peninsula needs a copy of this book. All Nature Touring Companies should have it available for their clients. A wonderful addition for any professional herpetologist bookshelf.

Lone Star Field Guide to Texas Snakes, Third Edition (Lone Star Guides)

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This Helped Us Alot to Identify the Snake we saw

Lone Star Field Guide to Texas Snakes, Third Edition (Lone Star Guides)
Alan Tennant
Manufacturer: Taylor Trade Publishing
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ASIN: 1589792092

Book Description

This guide describes, in detail, each and every snake of Texas, from the benign Texas long-nosed snake, to the venomous Western Cottonmouth.

Customer Reviews:

This Helped Us Alot to Identify the Snake we saw.......2006-11-07

Thanks to this book, we are able to see which snakes help around the farm and which ones we needed to get rid of.
It has great color pictures, but wished they had more.
I would recommend this book to anyone that lives in North East TX..

Snakes of North America, Revised Edition: Eastern and Central Regions (Lone Star Field Guide)

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Excellent for home and field use
Four months and still waiting . . . .
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Snakes of North America : Eastern and Central Regions (Field

Snakes of North America, Revised Edition: Eastern and Central Regions (Lone Star Field Guide)
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ASIN: 1589070038

Book Description

This all-new edition of the popular field guide provides photographs and descriptions of all species and subspecies of snakes of Eastern and Central North America from Texas to Manitoba, to the Eastern seaboard of the continent.

Customer Reviews:

Excellent for home and field use.......2007-04-07

Excellent book for novice and experienced alike. Tons of pertinent, useful information. This is a great book for educating entry level herpers. This is not a typical field book, having far more useful information for each species than most I have used. This is particularly helpful when dealing with similar species. More info on typical habitat, range, size, coloration, diet, etc. makes identification easier. A great addition to any library.

Four months and still waiting . . . ........2005-03-25

In fairness, I haven't even read this book. I ordered it in November, and I never received it. Twice Amazon.com asked for permission to extend the date of delivery of my order. Twice I agreed. The third time I said enough is enough. Forget it. I just got my money back, minus the amount I should have obtained from giving Amazon.com an interest-free four-month loan. Each time I was asked to consent to an extension on the delivery date I was denied an explanation for the delay.

I understand that this is more of an indictment of Amazon.com than it is the book, so it is unfair for me to give it the rating I have assigned it. But I just wanted Amazon.com's customers interested in this book that if you want it, be prepared to WAIT!!! (Or look for the book on bn.com.)

Great Guide!.......2004-01-05

I just bought the 2003 edition of this book, and I must say it is great! The pics are very good! On some of the variable species, there are more than one photo to show you the different forms. The author provides great information on every aspect of the snakes' lives including size, reproduction, prey, habitat, and relative abundance. The book is very easy to read and is a steal at that price for 600 well written pages on North American snakes!- Anthony J. Chodan

Good, accessible guide.......2001-08-29

A very good reference and field guide to snakes from Texas to North Dakota eastwards, aimed at enthusiasts and accessible to the average reader. It builds on Tennant's earlier books on Texas and Florida snakes (which were excellent), and in fact the text of the species accounts is often lifted more or less directly from those books. This makes this book less than original, but the detail -- over 600 pages worth -- is very good. Lots of photos, though each are a little small. This book is thicker, more thorough and generally stronger than the companion western volume (Snakes of North America: Western Region). It also has a good bibliography. One quibble, though -- the range maps often do not extend into Canada (though the Canadian ranges of the relevant snakes are discussed in the text), which reduces the usefulness of this book for Canadian readers. Recommended.

Snakes of North America : Eastern and Central Regions (Field.......2000-08-09

Overall I thought this book was well written, very comprehensive, and quite easy to use. The copy I purchased has a problem with some of the pages being out of order. The Western guide I have has the range maps for the hognoses reversed. These may be a function of the printing company's sloppiness. However, I believe this book is an important addition to any serious amateur or professional herpetologist or budding herpetoculturist.

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Mr. Dude thanks the author of this book
Good introduction to red-eared sliders
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The Turtle: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet

ASIN: 0793802539

Product Description

This price is valid only online at Petco.com. Not available in stores at this price. For local in-store prices, please call your favorite Petco Store.To many hobbyists, the red-eared slider is the turtle. This pretty, wide-ranging water turtle has been sold for decades, with most being captive-bred on southern farms.Keeping a red-ear is not always easy, but this book provides all the information necessary to successfully grow that baby slider into a breeding-size adult. It also is completely illustrated in color with photos of red-ears and their closest relatives, making it a truly excellent value.Contents include:IntroductionHistory and TaxonomyHousingFeedingBreedingSickness and HealthGlossary of TermsSuggested Reading

Customer Reviews:

Mr. Dude thanks the author of this book.......2001-12-24

I'm the classic "how much is that puppy in the window?" case. I was in New York city walking in China town when I happened upon a bowl full of baby red ears. I just had to 'save' one of these squirming babies. Then I was worry about how to feed, house, and generally take care of my turtle, who was looking up at me with those moist, cat-like eyes while we sat on the subway. I had no idea how big it would get, or what to keep it in, or what to feed it besides the turtle pellets I got ripped off on.

I tried websites about sliders, while my baby sat in his styrofoam enclosure with his bowl of water and pellets sprinkled around him. Then I found this book on amazon.com. Right away I ordered it.

It has helped me alot. I bought a tank and food for my turtle, Mr. Dude. I learned how big he would get and where he came from. I also learned that it is illegall to sell baby red-eared sliders!!!

If you have a red-eared slider, or are looking into getting one, this book is a must-have.

(Good Luck!)

Good introduction to red-eared sliders.......2001-08-29

This book adequately covers the essentials of owning a turtle: housing, feeding, breeding, and diseases. The section on breeding is a little more extensive than in other intro books. A plus is that most of the pictures are in color. One thing missing from this book and others is a discussion of turtle behavior and sensory capability. Do they hear, see, smell, taste well? Do they like to hide? How long do they or can they stay submerged? Apparently and incorrectly, it is assumed this is all common knowledge. While this book will give one a start, owning a turtle is definitely a work in progress.

Red Eared Sliders.......1999-12-14

This was a very good book. It taught me a lot more than I used to know. I usually just look at the pictures but now that I've read this book I know a lot more. This book taught me how to take care of them and all of the diseases. If your looking for a good book to teach you every thing you need to know this is the one.

Red Eared Sliders.......1999-12-14

A Field Guide to Western Reptiles and Amphibians (Peterson Field Guides(R))

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I would like to see it to be able to review it.
I love this
must have
A very complete and well illustrated guide
Great update to a great field guide

A Field Guide to Western Reptiles and Amphibians (Peterson Field Guides(R))

Manufacturer: Houghton Mifflin
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0395982723

Book Description

This third edition covers all the species of reptiles and amphibians found in western North America. More than 650 full-color paintings and photographs show key details for making accurate identifications. Up-to-date color range maps give species' distributions. Important information on conservation efforts and survival status rounds out the detailed species descriptions.

Customer Reviews:

I would like to see it to be able to review it........2007-07-13

I have never received these books. They were due on June 1-5, 07. It is now July 13th. I placed the order the first week in May. This is slo even for Mexico mail. However, I know the Peterson series and they are usually excellent.

I love this.......2006-11-25

I love this book because I have the National Audubon Society First Field Guide for reptiles and I would often run in to reptile that the I couldn't Identify. I knew that I needed a bigger better book. So I bought the western and eastern Peterson Field guide for reptiles and amphibians and it had a lot more reptiles and it had amphibians which I never had a book that had information about them before, it has a lot more reptiles and it's shows you were they are each located. It give you a detailed description of each animal and a detailed drawing of each animal. Because of this I have been able to identify reptiles and amphibian that I couldn't before. I don't like that they use drawing of the animals instead of pictures and the drawings just show the heads of the snakes.

must have.......2006-03-19

great detail & pictures are in color this edition! Maps are in color also! This is helpful when out in the field looking for your "herps". Thanks to Robert Stebbins & all involved in compling all the data needed for the updated guide

A very complete and well illustrated guide.......2005-08-03

This field guide is very well organized and illustrated. It is quite complete. With over 300 pages of information this is a must for westerners.

Great update to a great field guide.......2003-03-27

Stebbins does it again. As a biologist who works throughout southern California I find this book indispensable. It is a vast improvement to the last edition (which was very good to begin with) with lots of color photos, many more color plates and the range maps are great too, again with color. It has revised the taxonomy of many species and included a many of the lastest subspecies designations. This book is easy to use from the novice to the advanced and should be in any nature enthusiasts library.

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