Nature Guide: Snakes and Other Reptiles and Amphibians: The World in Your Hands (DK Nature Guides)

This is the newest of our beautifully illustrated and highly informative nature guides produced in association with the Smithsonian Institution. Snakes and Other Reptiles and Amphibians is compact and easy-to-use, including stunning photography, and a comprehensive catalog of cold-blooded creatures including snakes, frogs, crocodiles, and lizards. Discover the beautiful, intelligent, and specialized reptiles and amphibians from all over the world. See the fascinating ways these ancient species thrive and survive. From tiny frogs in the rainforest to huge saltwater crocodiles, Nature Snakes and Other Reptiles and Amphibians profiles all the worlds species, including the tuatara a species so ancient that it is distinct from all other lizards and reptiles still living on our planet. This guide is packed full of stunning images that reveal the intricate details and unique characteristics of each creature. Every animal has its own profile with fascinating information about its habitat and breeding, feeding, and other behaviors. Find out more about reptiles and amphibians how they are classified, how they defend and attack, and how they are being endangered and protected. This wonderfully illustrated and detailed guide examines some of the most misunderstood and intriguing creatures on our planet. A perfect reference for anyone wishing to learn more about reptiles and amphibians. Contents 5 7 What are reptiles and amphibians? 8 10 Habitat and distribution 10 12 Feeding 12 14 Defense 14 16 Reproduction 16 18 Conservation 18 20 Snakes 22 24 Lizards 124 126 Worm lizards 125 127 Turtles and tortoises 200 202 Crocodilians 223 225 Tuataras 223 225 Salamanders 234 236 Caecilians 234 236 Frogs and toads 252 254 Glossary 338 340 Index 342 344 Acknowledgments 351 353 From tiny frogs in the rainforests to giant tropical crocodiles and desert lizards and snakes, explore the entire range of these cold-blooded creatures in this compact guide, filled with stunning photography, a comprehensive catalog of reptiles and amphibians, and key data organized in easily accessible panels. From tiny frogs in the rainforest to giant tropical crocodiles, this book features images that reveal intricate details and characteristics of the snakes, reptiles and other amphibians. It includes detailed sections on what a reptile or amphibian is, their reproduction and their feeding habits Introduction. What are reptiles and amphibians? ; Habitat and distribution ; Feeding ; Defense ; Reproduction ; Conservation Reptiles. Snakes ; Lizards ; Worm lizards ; Turtles and tortoises ; Crocodilians ; Tuataras Amphibians. Salamanders ; Caecilians ; Frogs and toads Glossary. "Explore the diversity of reptiles and amphibians from around the world with this compact and easy-to-use guide. Packed with more than 430 species, Nature Guide Snakes and other Reptiles and Amphibians is ideal for animal enthusiasts everywhere."--Back cover.