| Description |
253 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm |
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Includes index. |
| Contents |
Amphibians -- Reptiles |
| Summary |
"This accessible book encourages people to discover the amazing world of snakes, frogs, lizards, turtles, and newts. Emphasis is on "wow" species (colorful, fun), common backyard or easily-seen-on-a-day-hike species, and those species whose stories best reveal the changing face of nature today. All species accounts will have at least two photos, and a few have as many as five. Each entry will begin with a box of essential information to help orient the reader. An introductory chapter will define essential terms; talk about general natural history; discuss natives vs. exotics; provide pointers for viewing reptiles and amphibians; discuss safety (viz., how not to be bitten by snakes); and suggest citizen science projects. Timber's regional field guides have been quite successful; this book will provide more accessible-and interesting-information than a standard-format field guide, while still retaining the appeal of focusing on two fascinating groups of animals"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Subject |
Reptiles -- West (U.S.) -- Identification.
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Amphibians -- West (U.S.) -- Identification.
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| Added Author |
Westeen, Erin, author.
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Martínez-Fonsesca, José, author.
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| ISBN |
9781643260358 (paperback) |
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1643260359 (paperback) |
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