Reptiles & Amphibians

by M G Harasewych / Fabio Moretzsohn

This lavishly illustrated volume offers a visually stunning guide to 600 shells, each chosen to illustrate the diversity of shapes and sizes that occur across the range of species. Each shell is reproduced as its actual size in full colour and accompanied by an explanation of the shell's range, distribution, abundance, habitat and features. 655pp. 2010

by Robert Jehle / Burkhard Thiesmeier / Jim Foster

Covers the evolution, ecology, behaviour, conservation and management of British and European crested newts. Colour plates, black and white photographs and diagrams, figures, tables, 152pp. 2011

by Barbara Taylor / Jen Green / John Farndon / Mark O'Shea

An exciting and comprehensive guide captures the enthralling world of reptiles and insects worldwide. Examines in detail all aspects from behaviour, life cycles and how their bodies work to habitat, ancestors and conservation. Close up photography takes a detailed look at the secrets of reptiles and insects, from different types of scales, heat detectors and fearsome teeth to all seeing compound eyes, super-sensitive antennae and powerful stings. Colour throughout, 512pp. 2007

by Bo Beolens / Michael Watkins / Michael Grayson

The authors have tracked down 1,609 honoured individuals and composed for each, a brief, pithy biography. In some cases these are a reminder of the courage of scientists whose dedicated research in remote locations exposed them to disease and even violent death. The eponym ensures that their memory will survive, 250pp. 2013

by Bo Beolens / Michael Watkins / Michael Grayson

From Agkistrodon piscivorus conanti, the Florida cottonmouth subspecies named for Roger Connant, to Xantusia, the night lizard genera namesake of John Xantus, this dictionary covers everyone after whom an extant or recently extinct reptile has been named. Entries include a brief bio-sketch, a list of the reptiles that bear the individual's name, the names of reptiles erroneously thought to be associated with the person, and a summary of contributions made by the person to Herpetology and zoology, 296pp. 2011

by Jan H A Mol

This book provides an introduction to the freshwater fish fauna of Suriname, including descriptions of their habitats, that should be especially useful to decision makers, conservation biologists, aquarium hobbyists and eco-tourists. Identification keys, photographs, 890pp. 2012

by Jan H A Mol

This book provides an introduction to the freshwater fish fauna of Suriname, including descriptions of their habitats, that should be especially useful to decision makers, conservation biologists, aquarium hobbyists and eco-tourists. Identification keys, photographs, 890pp. 2012

by Gallimard Jeunesse

illustrated by Laura Bour

See how tadpoles hatch from frog-spawn. Watch a frog float on a lily pad and trap its prey. Age: 5 - 8. 1995

by Frederic J Burton

Set on a small island in the Caribbean, this true story introduces you to the Grand Cayman Blue Iguana, and a remarkably successful conservation programme. Spanning both natural and actual history, the author speaks of his own experiences as he fights to save the Blue Iguana and its wild, rocky habitat. An anecdote-packed read, based in a tropical paradise undergoing a transformation so profound that humans and wildlife are now in heartbreaking conflict. Here is a story of great hope. Colour photographs, map, 180pp. 2010

by DK Publishing / Foreword by Cristian Samper

A complete survey of the Earth's natural history. Each geological and biological grouping is introduced and explained in an engaging and highly informative way. From granites to grape vines, from microbes to mammals, this is a true visual dictionary of every kingdom of life. Colour photographs, 648pp. 2010

by Rodger McPhail

The author has been observing and photographing them on his local moor in Lancashire for many years and reveals adders as never seen before. With photographs and succinct text he gives us an insight into this fascinating reptile. Colour photographs, 128pp. 2011

by David C Wareham

A must read and excellent field guide for those interested in the natural history and conservation of the herpetology of Dorset. Colour plates, line drawings, maps, 120pp. 2011