Reptiles & Amphibians

by Heemstra, Phil / Heemstra, Elaine

A guide to over 400 species of the fascinating fishes along the coast of southern Africa. The species accounts include useful descriptions and information enabling easy identification and comparison of similar species. Over 600 paintings showing changes with growth and sexual differences in colour of many of the fishes. 488pp. 2005

by E Nicholas Arnold

illustrated by Denys W Ovenden

Decribes in detail every species and distinct subspecies, with notes on range, size colour and markings, habitat and behaviour. Black and white illustrations and colour plates, 288pp. 2004 reprint with corrections

by T J C Beebee

Amphibians are especially susceptible to environmental change, chemical pollution and radiation making them ideal subjects for ecological and behavioural research. This book presents an overview of recent research and illustrates its application to practical conservation measures. 31 line illustrations, halftones, 224pp. 1996

by Harold G Cogger / Richard G Zweifel

An illustrated and definitive book containing well over 200 colour photographs and 150 illustrations ,diagrams and maps, 250pp. 1998

by Daniel Bennett

This book written for students in Britain who are planning to work in the tropics aims to outline methods that can be used in short studies of reptiles and amphibians. Sections on preparation basic techniques survey techniques and notes on reptiles habitats and equipment. Diagrams and b/w photographs 95pp ring-bound 1999

by Pete Boardman

The Stiperstones and The Long Mynd is in the northern part of the Shropshire Hills Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This chart illustrates plants, birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians and invertebrates that inhabit the varied habitats of this area. 2008

by Matthias Voigt / Dietmar Weber

An identification key is given to determine and to differentiate the species. For each species an extended list of characters is given including coloured figures to show the lateral and ventral view, a detailed view of nostril and teeth, as well as some cases of juveniles and special characters. Colour plates, distribution maps, tables, 151pp. 2011

by Stephen Swanson

Perfect for both amateur reptile enthusiasts and experienced herpetologists. Teaming full-colour photographs and biological information to accurately identify reptiles, with information on the creatures diet, habitat and reproduction, 272pp. 2007

by Branch, Bill

Features more than 500 photographs and gives detailed descriptions of all species occurring in the region. 328pp. 1998

by Julian C Lee

This field guide identifies all native and introduced species of amphibians and reptiles of the region. Provides description similar species natural history and geographic range. Illustrates all tadpoles and describes the most characteristic vocalisations. 163 maps b/w photographs line drawings 191 colour illustrations 448pp.

by Julian C Lee

This field guide identifies all native and introduced species of amphibians and reptiles of the region. Provides description similar species natural history and geographic range. Illustrates all tadpoles and describes the most characteristic vocalisations. 163 maps b/w photographs line drawings 191 colour illustrations 448pp.

by Julian Fitter

This comprehensive guide covers most of the birds, many of the other vertebrate species and a large number of typical invertebrates and flora to be found in New Zealand. Succinct species accounts contain information on identification, distribution and biology. Colour photographs, 276pp. 2010