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Great Teaching Resource
The entire Naturescope series is a very useful tool for classrooms.Students seem to really enjoy the activities and they are easy to use.Teachers will find this packed with ideas to help students learn.Everyresource room should have these materials. ... Read more

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A guide to over 200 species of amphibians and reptiles from many different parts of the world with details of each animal's habitat, biological cycle and, in the case of snakes, indicates which snakes are venomous. The author is the scientific advisor to the World Wide Fund for Nature. ... Read more

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A fully revised and updated edition of this comprehensive guide to U.S. amphibian and reptile legislation at both the state and federal level. Complete listings of the species protected by both CITES and the U.S. Endangered Species Act, as well as in-depth reviews of the collection, possession, import/export, and other "special" regulations of all 50 states. An essential reference for wildlife law enforcement personnel, herpetologists, and field biologists, as well as hobbyists and herpetoculturists. B/w photos and line illustrations, protected species index, bibliography. ... Read more

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Guide to the Amphibians and Reptiles of Japan covers all the herpetologically significant islands of the Japanese archipelago.Written for both amateur and professional herpetologists, it lists and describes all known species, giving the currently accepted scientific name, Japanese name, meaning of Japanese name, description for identification, range, and ways of distinguishing similar species.All but 9of the 147 species are illustrated with color photographs suitable for identification, and range maps for all species are included.The annotated bibliography includes the few treatises in English and the major books in Japanese containing understandable illustrations. ... Read more

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Good guide, but could be better.
This book is the only comprehensive English-language guide to the amphibian and reptile fauna of Japan published since 1907.The introduction is brief but interesting and discusses amphibian and reptile communities in historic and modern Japan, focusing on the dramatic and alarming changes which have recently occurred.

English and Japanese common names, identification, confusing species, distribution and range map, reproduction, and habits are covered for each species and subspecies (subspecies receive coverage independent of one another).Additional notes are given for many species.The habits and notes sections are particularly nice in this book, with threatened species usually having status addressed.Range maps are blobbed in, not locality dots.Voice is described for frog species.

One photograph of each but nine species/subspecies is lodged with each respective account.It would probably have been more useful for comparative ID purposes to provide photograph plates, and would have resulted in higher photo print quality.Although the frog pictures are excellent and the salamander pictures are of high quality, many of the reptile photographs are not so great.The publisher's description claims all photos are suitable for ID, but this is not true.The angles and lighting of many reptile photographs are not conducive to discerning important characters on many species.A few lizard and snake photographs are completely unrecognizable at the species level.

The single page bibliography lists nine major English- and Japanese-language works on the amphibian and reptile species in this region, but no other publications receive credit.No citations are used anywhere in the book.This makes sourcing the information (including human use, current status, and range) for each species impossible.

Although this is a strong guide book, it is overpriced for the content.One star was subtracted because of the many poor quality reptile photographs and the absence of much-needed citations.It does belong on the shelf of those with an interest in amphibian and reptile species of Japan since no other recent English-language work exists.

ACompleteGuide!!!
This Book Is CompleteGuide ToReptiles andAmphibiansOf Japan , The Color photographs and maps is Wonderful and clear. ... Read more

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Chapters: Oregon Zoo, Great Cats World Park, West Coast Game Park Safari, Hart's Reptile World, Wildlife Safari, Cascades Raptor Center. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 27. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: Oregon Zoo -The Oregon Zoo was founded in 1888, making it the oldest North American zoo west of the Mississippi. It all began with two grizzly bears purchased by Richard Knight. A former seaman turned pharmacist, Knight began collecting animals from his seafaring friends. He kept his collection in the back of his drug store on Third ... Read more

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not a great book - not sure why it got good reviews by others
I havepurchased other amphibian books that have far more pictures and maps.This has no maps of the area, so one would expect that all amphibians and reptiles in the book are found everywhere in the area.I know that is not true from other reptile books."A Field Guide to the Amphibians and Reptiles of the Maya World: The Lowlands of Mexico, Northern Guatemala, and Belize" by Julian C. Lee is far superior and we've been able to identify every species we have seen.The maps are better in Lee's book and the images are larger and more clear.I can't see why this book recieved 4.5 starts as it is basically useless for identification.

Paradise
A good book for a very small area. Excellent colour photographs.

Informative, and interesting
This is a great book focusing on northern Guatemala, southern Yucatan and Belize.It has great pictures, and some excellent text on identifing characteristics, with a key in the back. I will be using it in the Carmendel Playa and Merida areas, and will let you know how I feel about it afterthe trip.

The area map is not the best, but that is a minor problem.Youought to have a map of your own anyway. ... Read more

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Learn the many fascinating group names for insects, reptiles and amphibians, birds, and mammals. Also learn the names for many animal homes. Simple layouts include information on the animal's physical characteristics, habitats, and social behavior. What Do You Call A Group Of...? books are great high-interest titles for younger readers, with wonderful photos that will delight everyone. Also included in these 5-volumes are:

• Glossary
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• Resources for further study

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What do you call a group of Alligators?
This is the best of the What do you call a group of (series) by Emma Nathan. With large pictures of each animal, and some facts you might not otherwise know about these animals. My only regret is that each book lists only ten animals. Both I and my unckle are interested in collective nouns. This book lists some we have not found in any other book, such as a leap of lizards, and a pit of vipers.I think you will like it as well as I did. ... Read more

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What is a turtle s shell made of? How long do turtles live? Accompanied by pictures of turtles in their environment, author Carmen Bredeson answers these, and other, questions. ... Read more

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This is an up-to-date, definitive summary of the distribution, conservation status, habitat, behaviour, life history, ecology, and taxonomy of all salamanders, frogs, turtles, lizards, and snakes known to inhabit Colorado. It includes a description of the Colorado landscape, colour photographs of each species, detailed range maps, identification keys, and tips on how to find, study, and photograph amphibians and reptiles. In addition, the author addresses the impact of human behaviour on the region's herpetofauna, as well as the impact of Colorado's amphibians and reptiles upon humans. ... Read more

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Very useful
Very informative book, covering an extensive range of animals. Descriptions have plenty of detail. Not just visual ID book, but a reference book on what makes them tick.

The standard by which all others should be judged
This book is the yardstick that all other field guides should be measured against. Detailed and concise, Hammerson gives an excellent account of Colorado herpetofauna. I have two copies, one for my car and one for home.

ANatural History Treasure!
For those only mildly interested in snakes, lizards, frogs and other 'creeping things', this book will change your life's direction forever! The first edition of this book was a treat: a field guide to the herpetofaunaof Colorado, complete with photos, descriptions and distribution maps. Iwas highly pleased with it, and looking forward to the release of thesecond edition (due out in 1998, I think). The wait was worth it! This newedition contains not only the photos, some breathtaking in their beauty andclarity, and distribution maps, etc, but also pretty much everything onewould ever desire to know about herpetofauna in the Southwest. This booknow contains chapters on biogeography, examining all the Colorado habitats,conservation status and legislation, human interactions, viewing methods,and each Colorado species has its own and very thorough entry. As aprofessional herpetologist, this book is invaluable to me wherever I happento be, Colorado or no. As a complete amateur, this book would open up amysterious world! It's too heavy for a field guide, that's why there'sthose terrible Audubon things (although Patterson is good), but terriblyuseful for when you get home again. Buy this book, now! ... Read more

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Examines the physical characteristics, behavior, lifestyle, and natural environment of the python and the anaconda. ... Read more

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The fifth book in the "What am I....?" series takes us to land and water in search of reptiles and amphibians. Can you identify who we are from the hints given? Have a guess and then turn the page to see if you were right! Comic-like illustrations emphasizing each reptile or amphibian's key features and vibrant colors make learning about these land and water creatures fun for both children and parents of all ages. ... Read more

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Very Nice Booklet
This was a very nice little "folder". I should've read the description more carefully, as I thought I was getting a book. But I'll keep this. It'll come in handy.

great to carry on walks
This is a nice size to carry with you on walks into the woods with the kids.Give one kid the one on Ohio trees and plants and the other kid this one and let them look for items in the booklets. ... Read more

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This digital document is a journal article from Biological Conservation, published by Elsevier in 2004. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Because of high numbers of animals killed on Paynes Prairie State Preserve, Alachua County, Florida, the Florida Department of Transportation constructed a barrier wall-culvert system to reduce wildlife mortality yet allow for passage of some animals across the highway. During a one year study following construction, we counted only 158 animals, excluding hylid treefrogs, killed in the same area where 2411 road kills were recorded in the 12 months prior to the construction of the barrier wall-culvert system. Within the survey area lying directly in Paynes Prairie basin, mortality was reduced 65% if hylid treefrogs are included, and 93.5% with hylid treefrogs excluded. Sixty-four percent of the wildlife kills observed along the barrier wall-culvert system occurred at a maintenance road access point and along 300 m of type-A fence bordering private property. The 24 h kill rate during the post-construction survey was 4.9 compared with 13.5 during the pre-construction survey. We counted 1891 dead vertebrates within the entire area surveyed, including the ecotone between the surrounding uplands and prairie basin which did not include the barrier wall and culverts. Approximately 73% of the nonhylid road kills occurred in the 400 m section of road beyond the extent of the barrier wall-culvert system. We detected 51 vertebrate species, including 9 fish, using the 8 culverts after the construction of the barrier wall-culvert system, compared with 28 vertebrate species in the 4 existing culverts prior to construction. Capture success in culverts increased 10-fold from the pre-construction survey to the post-construction survey. Barrier wall trespass was facilitated by overhanging vegetation, maintenance road access, and by the use of the type-A fence. Additional problems resulted from siltation, water holes, and human access. These problems could be corrected using design modifications and by routine, periodic maintenance. ... Read more

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This book breaks new ground: it is the first complete listing and guide to all the known reptiles of the five East African countries (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi.) Written by expert East African herpetologists, it incorporates virtually all known information on the East African reptile fauna. Nearly 500 high-quality color photographs illustrate most of the species involved, many of which have never been illustrated in color before. Keys and introductory essays are included for all orders, families, genera, and species, giving clear introductions for every group. There is an individual account for each species, describing its appearance, habits, and habitat, accompanied by a map showing its known distribution within East Africa and notes indicating its Africa-wide distribution as well. Hence this book will be useful not only in East Africa, but in the surrounding countries as well, for which no reptile guides exist. In addition, the descriptions of dangerous snakes include a section on their venom. A comprehensive appendix discusses aspects of snakebite risk and treatment in East Africa and the do's and don'ts of first aid.

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• Illustrates nearly all of the c. 420 species found in East Africa
• Contains keys and full descriptions to aid identification
• Contains a distribution map for every species
• Provides information on snakebite and effective first aid

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Maximum
This is the most perfect book for any snake or reptile fan.

More an Encyclopedia than a Field Guide
This book is amazingly detailed, giving in-depth information on ALL species of reptile known to occur in the five countries covered.
The photographs are of excellent quality (though where none was available, drawings would have been better than nothing) and the keys very user-friendly.
It is an absolute must for anyone interested in the herpetofauna of this region.
A word of warning though: despite the title this book is much too bulky and heavy to carry around on the field!
More likely, you will want to keep it at home (or in your car?) as a reference.

Wow!
This is a remarkable collection of information on a sorely needed region of herpetology. Not just for advanced hobbyists either...this book has WONDERFUL photographs and is a MUST have for any level of reptile enthusiast.

REFERENCE for east african herpetology !
A great book, with descriptions and photos of al known east african reptiles, including distribution maps.
Which i must say could have a little bet bigger and easier to read(country references).

If you are interested in finding the reptiles in the field or keeping them in captivity, you must own this book !

Excellent Reptile Resource and Field Guide
The long-awaited field guide to the diverse reptile populations of East Africa. This book was everything I expected it to be and more.Comprehensive listings, excellent photography and detailed information on habitat/distribution, natural history, conservation status etc.I can't say enough good things about this book, the list of authors should speak for themselves!;-)

No serious herper's library is complete without this book... ... Read more