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The most comprehensive field guide available to the reptiles and amphibians of North America--a must-have for any enthusiast's day pack or home library--from the go-to reference source for over 18 million nature lovers. Featuring a durable vinyl binding and over 600 full-color identification photographs organized for quick access, the National Audubon Society Field Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians is the perfect companion in the field. This compact volume contains: --Background information on evolution, anatomy, physiology, habitats, and life cycles of a range of reptile and amphibian families. --A detailed look at how reptiles and amphibians survive-how they eat, move around, defend themselves, and combat temperature extremes. --Examinations of metamorphosis, growth and longevity, and vocalization techniques. --Practical advice on how to responsibly study reptiles and amphibians in the wild or care for them as pets.Product Identifiers
PublisherRandom House USA INC International Concepts
ISBN-139780394508245
eBay Product ID (ePID)91338914
Product Key Features
Number of Pages744 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameNational Audubon Society Field Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians: North America
Publication Year1979
SubjectZoology
TypeTextbook
AuthorNational Audubon Society
SeriesNational Audubon Society Field Guides
Dimensions
Item Height196 mm
Item Weight510 g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States
Title_AuthorNational Audubon Society