Reptiles and Amphibians of Australia

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REPTILES and AMPHIBIANS of Australia Australia is inhabited by a rich and diverse array of reptiles and frogs, which in recent years has become the subject of increasing attention by naturalists, conservationists and biologists. This has created a need for a means of identifying the more than 830 species presently known from Australia. Correct identification is a first and vitai stage in any study of the biology, behaviour or ecology of any animal, and in the formuládon of proper conservation measures. It is essential in the effective treatment of snake-bite. In this book Dr Cogger has set out to meet these needs by providing for the first time in nearly a century, identification keys to the entire Australian herpetofauna - frogs, crocodiles, turtles, tortoises, lizards and snakes. These keys, together with over 880 photographs (230 in colour) of living reptiles and frogs, 830 distribution maps, line drawings, definitive text and selected references, combine to provide a unique and... Tovább

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REPTILES and AMPHIBIANS of Australia Australia is inhabited by a rich and diverse array of reptiles and frogs, which in recent years has become the subject of increasing attention by naturalists, conservationists and biologists. This has created a need for a means of identifying the more than 830 species presently known from Australia. Correct identification is a first and vitai stage in any study of the biology, behaviour or ecology of any animal, and in the formuládon of proper conservation measures. It is essential in the effective treatment of snake-bite. In this book Dr Cogger has set out to meet these needs by providing for the first time in nearly a century, identification keys to the entire Australian herpetofauna - frogs, crocodiles, turtles, tortoises, lizards and snakes. These keys, together with over 880 photographs (230 in colour) of living reptiles and frogs, 830 distribution maps, line drawings, definitive text and selected references, combine to provide a unique and comprehensive guide to these important and fascinating animals. First published in 1975 Reptiles and Amphibians of Australia quíckly became the classic work in íts field. It was revised for the second edition in 1979. In 1983 it was again revised and expanded to encompass the taxonomic changes since the second edition. A further 121 species being included together with 64 additional photographs. Alsó all photographs were cross referenced to the text. Now in 1986 a further 50 species have been added in Appendix 2 and all have been included in the index. Reptiles and Amphibians of Australia presents a basis for detailed studies of the biology and ecology of Australian reptiles and frogs and is interesting reading for anyone wishing to broaden their knowledge of Australia's wildlife. Vissza