Field Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians (National Audubon Society®)

National Audubon Society® guides feature full-color glossy photographs that arrange animals by similar appearance rather than by strict family grouping. This system is particularly useful when identifying reptiles and amphibians in the field, where several unrelated species may share similar markings. This guide features background information on evolution, anatomy, physiology, habitats, and life cycles of a range of reptile and amphibian families. The book includes a detailed look at how reptiles and amphibians survive—how they eat, move around, defend themselves, and combat temperature extremes. It also examines metamorphosis, growth and longevity, and vocalization techniques and gives practical advice on how to responsibly study reptiles and amphibians in the wild or care for them as pets. The Field Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians identifies more than 160 of the most fascinating herpetological species from around the world, organized by environment featuring more than 300 photos and illustrations.

ISBN 9780394508245 • Authors: John L. Behler, F. Wayne King