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This title now includes 30 additional species. Revised and updated to reflect the most current science, and including 30 new species, this authoritative and comprehensive volume is the definitive guide to the amphibians and reptiles of the Carolinas and Virginia. The new edition features 189 species of salamanders, frogs, crocodilians, turtles, lizards, and snakes, with updated color photographs, descriptions, and distribution maps for each species. It is an indispensable guide for zoologists, amateur naturalists, environmentalists, backpackers, campers, hikers, and everyone interested in the outdoors.
This title now includes 30 additional species. Revised and updated to reflect the most current science, and including 30 new species, this authoritative and comprehensive volume is the definitive guide to the amphibians and reptiles of the Carolinas and Virginia. The new edition features 189 species of salamanders, frogs, crocodilians, turtles, lizards, and snakes, with updated color photographs, descriptions, and distribution maps for each species. It is an indispensable guide for zoologists, amateur naturalists, environmentalists, backpackers, campers, hikers, and everyone interested in the outdoors.
JEFFREY C. BEANE is collections manager of amphibians and reptiles at the North Carolina State Museum of Natural Sciences. ALVIN L. BRASWELL is deputy director for operations at the Museum of Natural Sciences. JOSEPH C. MITCHELL is an independent ecologist and head of Mitchell Ecological Research Services, LLC. WILLIAM M. PALMER is curator emeritus of herpetology at the Museum of Natural Sciences. JACK DERMID lives in Wilmington, North Carolina. The late JULIAN R. HARRISON III was professor emeritus of biology at the College of Charleston. The late BERNARD S. MARTOF was professor of zoology at North Carolina State University. The late JOSEPH R. BAILEY was professor of zoology at Duke University.
"A truly scientific history of the reptiles and amphibians of our
region. . . . Amphibians and Reptiles of the Carolinas and Virginia
will do much to encourage an interest in lizards, turtles, snakes,
salamanders, and alligators and allay fears and correct
superstitions about them. It should be in the library of all
amateur naturalists, students and teachers." --Raleigh News &
Observer
"An excellent source for anyone interested in amphibians and/or
reptiles of the eastern US. . . . Highly recommended."--CHOICE
"The only book that includes a comprehensive guide to all
amphibians and reptiles specific to the Carolinas and Virginia. . .
. A useful resource for the general public, natural historians, and
herpetologists for years to come." --Virginia Libraries
"This authoritative and comprehensive volume is the definitive
guide to the amphibians and reptiles of the Carolinas and Virginia.
. . . An indispensable guide for zoologists, amateur naturalists,
environmentalists, backpackers, campers, hikers, and everyone
interested in the outdoors."--Southeastern Naturalist
"This collection of. . . color photographs, fact summaries, and
range maps will be reference and refuge for reptile lovers."
--Southern Living
"This handy reference guide makes identification a snap. . . . The
volume works its real magic by helping us change the way we view
lizards and newts, opening our eyes to the 'hidden' biodiversity
that surrounds us on every side." --Virginia Wildlife
"With text by four biologists and brilliant photographs by Jack
Dermid, the book provides a nose-to-the-ground look at 159 species
in three states. . . . This is one wildlife guide that isn't afraid
to shed its scientific skin and tell it like it is." --Richmond
News Leader
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