Category Archives: Reptiles & Amphibians

Reptiles and Dinosaurs (Britannica Illustrated Science Library)

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Mean and Lowly Things: Snakes, Science, and Survival in the Congo

In 2005 Kate Jackson ventured into the remote swamp forests of the northern Congo to collect reptiles and amphibians. Her camping equipment was rudimentary, her knowledge of Congolese customs even more so. She knew how to string a net and … Continue reading

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Hemoparasites of the Reptilia: Color Atlas and Text

Every researcher or diagnostician working with reptiles has faced the challenge of identifying reptile hemoparasites and then determining whether they are of importance or merely incidental. Another challenge is how to easily find the information required to make the proper … Continue reading

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Frog: A Photographic Portrait

Frog is a celebration of the fascinating range of the planet’s frogs and toads. Published to coincide with Amphibian Ark’s “Year of the Frog” and designed to build awareness of environmental change causing many species of amphibians to disappear at … Continue reading

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The Ecology and Behavior of Amphibians

Consisting of more than six thousand species, amphibians are more diverse than mammals and are found on every continent save Antarctica. Despite the abundance and diversity of these animals, many aspects of the biology of amphibians remain unstudied or misunderstood. … Continue reading

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Chameleons of Southern Africa

Chameleons are fascinating creatures: they almost always evoke in people a strong response — be it delight, wonder or fear. Chameleons of Southern Africa explores this interesting group of lizards and discusses their strange and unusual, sometimes unnerving, characteristics. It … Continue reading

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Crocodile: Evolution’s Greatest Survivor

Following the fascinatinghistory of the crocodile, this story tells the tale of an ancient animal whose ancestors have roamed the earth since the time of the dinosaurs. Addressing the true nature of this intriguing animal, this resource exploresits evolutionary survival, … Continue reading

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Leopard Gecko: Your Happy Healthy Pet

The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs-now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly! Leopard geckos are attractive and easy to care for, making them popular pets. There’s lots to know before you bring … Continue reading

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Turtle: Your Happy Healthy Pet

The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs–now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly! With their interesting shells and slow, deliberate demeanors, turtles are intriguing creatures. The more you know about turtles, the more … Continue reading

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Bearded Dragon: Your Happy Healthy Pet

Bearded Dragons are fascinating, increasingly popular pets Bearded Dragons may soon overtake the Green Iguana as the most popular reptile pet. With their unique appearance, attentiveness, docile nature, and simple care requirements, Beardies make intriguing pets. In a fun, easy-going … Continue reading

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