By Walter E.Meshaka, Jr., Brian P. Butterfield, &
J. Brian Hauge
Published by Krieger Publishing
The Exotic Amphibians and Reptiles of Florida is
the latest guide from Krieger Publishing and takes a wonderful focus on the many
introduced species of reptiles and amphibians that have come to reside in this
sunny state. This comprehensive guide book provides species descriptions,
habitat and habit reports as well as informative and descriptive maps of the
species current distribution in Florida. The Exotic Amphibians and Reptiles of
Florida also offers vivid color photographs of each turtle, frog, lizard and
snake in this book. Walter E.Meshaka, Jr., Brian P. Butterfield, & J. Brian
Hauge have provided a unique effort, putting the serious issue of invasive alien
species to the forefront while still offering an informative and entertaining
read.
Australia
is a herpetologist’s dreamland. This magnificent land is home to over 800
species of reptile. Deadly snakes, dangerous crocs and fascinating lizards and
turtles dot this wild landscape and are often brought into our living rooms by
the fearless crocodile hunter, Steve Irwin. Princeton Field Guides - Reptiles
of Australia by Steve Wilson & Gerry Swan is an exceptional guide to these
amazing creatures. A colorful and comprehensive 473 page book that examines,
explains and notes all points of description, status, habitat and level of
danger of Australia’s reptiles. Each species description is accompanied by a
brilliantly descriptive color photograph that accents and enhances description
and identification. Princeton Field Guides - Reptiles of Australia by Steve
Wilson & Gerry Swan is a well organized, informative and very useful field guide
to these remarkable animals.
Snakes of the United States and
Canada:
Natural History and Care in Captivity
By John V. Rossi and Roxanne Rossi
Published by Krieger Publishing
Snakes
are fascinating reptiles that engage the mind and hearts of many. They can make
wonderful pets for those who take a fancy in herpetoculture
and whether you are a major snake breeder
or a child with a captured garter snake from the back yard, there is now a
classic guide to keeping North American species of snake. ‘Snakes of the United
States and Canada – Natural History and Care in Captivity’ by John V. Rossi and
Roxanne Rossi covers every aspect of snake
herpetoculture in a simple, easy to follow
format. They expertly leave no topic or exampleof their general care uncovered. The Rossi’s are
expert snake keepers who have experienced first hand these snakes and their
knowledge and care shine in this excellent volume. In today’s growing
environmental climate important ideas regarding natural history and conservation
are incredibly important to talk about and the Rossi’s explain the important
role of the snake in nature and display passionate concern with the native
health of these creatures. The core of this book is its species profiles that
are arguably among the most comprehensive written to date and offer expert and
invaluable coverage of all Canadian and American snake species. With vivid
accompanying color photographs of each snake, their habitat, eating habits,
reproduction and so on are precisely covered and easy to reference. This book is
an exhaustively researched gem and ‘Snakes of the United States and Canada –
Natural History and Care in Captivity’ by John V. Rossi and Roxanne Rossi is a
stand alone original and a must have for all snake keepers and fanciers.
