Reptiles
"Crocodiles"Biology, Husbandry and Diseases
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"Life Sciences" series; A comprehensive reference on the biology, management and health of crocodiles, alligators and gharials applicable to both farmed and captive animals. With bibliographical references. Hardback, 480 pages. Size: 244 x 172 mm. Weight: 961g.
Author: Huchzermeyer, F.W.
ISBN: 0851996566
Publisher: Cabi Publishing
Date: 2003 (United Kingdom)
Readership: Professional & Vocational Reptiles
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"Mean and Lowly Things"Snakes, Science, and Survival in the Congo
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In 2005, the author ventured into the remote swamp forests of the northern Congo to collect reptiles and amphibians. Her camping equipment was rudimentary. She never imagined the physical and cultural difficulties that awaited her. This title presents an account of her research of the global biodiversity crisis. With 52 colour illustrations, 2 maps. Hardback, 320 pages. Size: 210 x 140 mm. Weight: 524g.
Author: Jackson, Kate
ISBN: 0674029747
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Date: 2008 (United States)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Reptiles
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"Endangered Komodo Dragons"
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"Earth's Endangered Animals" series; The Komodo dragon is a creature of wonder. It is the world's largest lizard, and it has a deadly bite. Suitable for ages 6-12, this title discusses topics such as: the island habitats of the Komodo dragon; hunting, eating, and the deadly dragon bite; the life cycle of a Komodo dragon; and how people are working to save Komodo dragons. With colour photos and illus. Hardback, 32 pages. Size: 240 x 215 mm. Weight: 352g.
Author: Kalman, Bobbie
ISBN: 0778718573
Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada
Date: 2004 (Canada)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Reptiles
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"Endangered Komodo Dragons"
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"Earth's Endangered Animals" series; The Komodo dragon is the world's largest lizard. This full-colour book helps you to find out more about these reptiles, including topics such as: the island habitats of the Komodo dragon; hunting, eating, and the deadly dragon bite; the dragon's life cycle; why Komodo dragons are in danger; and, how people are working to save Komodo dragons. With colour photos and illus. Paperback, 32 pages. Size: 240 x 215 mm. Weight: 152g.
Author: Kalman, Bobbie
ISBN: 0778719030
Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada
Date: 2004 (Canada)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Reptiles
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"A Complete Guide to the Snakes of Southern Africa"
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This new edition of A Complete Guide to the Snakes of Southern Africa comprehensively revises and updates Marais' earlier publication, which was widely regarded as essential reading for anyone from herpetologists, snake collectors and game rangers to hikers, gardeners and even householders who occasionally encounter snakes. With ill.200col.ill.. 2. Paperback, 312 pages. Size: 240 x 170 mm. Weight: 641g.
Author: Marais, Johan
ISBN: 186872932X
Publisher: Struik Publishers (Pty) Ltd
Date: 2004 (South Africa)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Reptiles
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"What's That Snake?"
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Offers an introduction to snake identification for the beginner. This work groups snakes of the region according to family likeness, common behaviour or appearance. It features fact boxes that complement the text, and colour photographs that illustrate the characteristics of snakes in each group. With 300 photographs. Paperback, 96 pages. Size: 246 x 167 mm. Weight: 326g.
Author: Marais, Johan
ISBN: 1770073736
Publisher: New Holland Publishing Group
Date: 2007 (South Africa)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Reptiles
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"Venomous Snakes of the World"
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Describing the world's common and exotic venomous snakes, this work gives an account of the author's adventures with snakes, including some serious snakebite episodes. It also includes chapters that explain venomous snake evolution, types of venom, the effects of venom, and discuss the problems with snake conservation. With 200 full-colour photographs & 1 colour map. Hardback, 160 pages. Size: 320 x 245 mm. Weight: 1018g.
Author: O'Shea, Mark
ISBN: 1847730868
Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd
Date: 2008 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Reptiles
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"Lizards"Windows to the Evolution of Diversity
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"Organisms & Environments" series; From tiny to gigantic, from drab to remarkably beautiful, from harmless to venomous, lizards are spectacular products of natural selection. Illustrated with colour photographs, this book is a comprehensive reference on lizards. Covering species evolution, diversity, ecology, and biology, it aims to open a window to the evolution of life on earth. With 218 colour illustrations, 31 line drawings, 8 tables. New ed. Paperback, 348 pages. Size: 280 x 210 mm. Weight: 505g.
Author: Pianka, Eric R. Vitt, Laurie J.
ISBN: 0520248473
Publisher: University Presses of California, Columbia and Princeton
Date: 2006 (United States)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Reptiles
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"A Field Guide to the Reptiles of East Africa"
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All the reptiles of Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi. With 500 colour photos. New ed. Hardback, 544 pages. Size: 244 x 169 mm. Weight: 1437g.
Author: Spawls, Stephen Howell, Kim Drewes, Robert Ashe, James
ISBN: 0713668172
Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Date: 2004 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Reptiles
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"Sea Turtles"A Complete Guide to Their Biology, Behavior, and Conservation
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A complete guide to the biology, behaviour and conservation of sea turtles. Offers an account of the seven surviving species of sea turtle and offers advice on the steps that can be taken to prevent their extinction. With 100 colour photos, 10 colour maps. Hardback, 224 pages. Size: 279 x 229 mm. Weight: 1496g.
Author: Spotila, James R.
ISBN: 0801880076
Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press
Date: 2004 (United States)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Reptiles
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"Snake"
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"Animal" series; Snake explores the enormous influence of the snake on the human imagination, as pets and sources of food and medicine, and as inspiration for a huge array of cultural symbols, from the cosmos to the Bible, and from the Chinese zodiac to voodoo magic. With 100 illustrations, (25 colour ). Paperback, 224 pages. Size: 190 x 135 mm. Weight: 368g.
Author: Stutesman, Drake
ISBN: 186189239X
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Date: 2005 (United Kingdom)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Reptiles
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"Chameleons of Southern Africa"
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Chameleons are fascinating creatures: they almost always evoke in people a strong response. This work explores this interesting group of lizards and discusses their characteristics. It presents an overview of various types of chameleons, their history, geographic distribution, reproduction, behaviour and their relationships to each other. With 27 maps, 200+in full colour photos. Paperback, 100 pages. Size: 210 x 148 mm. Weight: 251g.
Author: Tolley, Krystal Burger, Marius
ISBN: 1770073752
Publisher: Struik Publishers (Pty) Ltd
Date: 2001 (South Africa)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Reptiles
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"A Field Guide to Reptiles of Queensland"
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This book features 433 reptiles, the full complement of reptiles in Queensland. It includes dragons, geckos, legless lizards, skinks, goannas, snakes, crocodiles and freshwater and marine turtles. With photos. Paperback, 240 pages. Size: 210 x 148 mm.
Author: Wilson, Steve
ISBN: 1876334975
Publisher: New Holland Publishers
Date: 2005 (Australia)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Reptiles
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"A Complete Guide to Reptiles of Australia"
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Now completely revised with 20 newly discovered species included, this text provides a comprehensive account of more than 800 species of Australian reptiles. Species are grouped in families and each entry includes a distribution map, notes on the species' preferred habitat and range, and conservation status when appropriate. With colour photos. 2 rev ed. Paperback, 480 pages. Size: 210 x 148 mm. Weight: 1071g.
Author: Wilson, Steve Swan, Gerry
ISBN: 1877069469
Publisher: New Holland Publishers
Date: 2008 (Australia)
Readership: General (Us: Trade) Reptiles
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"Pioneering Research"A Risk Worth Taking
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Explains the urgent need to maintain both the originality and freedom of expression that is so vital to our economic growth and scientific development. This book changes our understanding of the politics of scientific achievement. It is suitable for scientists, policy makers, and concerned laypeople. With illustrations , maps, ports.. Paperback, 198 pages. Size: 231 x 152 mm. Weight: 340g.
Author: Braben, Donald W.
ISBN: 0471488526
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Date: 2004 (United States)
Readership: Professional & Vocational Science Funding & Policy
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