| View Larger Image | A Field Guide to Western Reptiles and Amphibians: Field marks of all species in western North America, including Baja California (Peterson Field Guides(R)) | Paperbackby Robert C. Stebbins (Author), Robert C. Stebbins (Illustrator), Roger Tory Peterson (Illustrator)
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| | Binding: | Paperback | | Publisher: | Houghton Mifflin | | Edition: | 2nd Edition | | Page Count: | 336 Pages | | Publication Date: | September 15, 1998 | | Sales Rank: | 1,025,641st |
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Product Description
This guide describes 244 species plus 260 subspecies, includingthe key features needed to identify them. The 600 illustrations show details of anatomy, reproduction, scale arrangement, and life stages. Full range information is given in 200 maps. |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.5 based on 3 reviews)
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great field guide by W. Paul W. (Canyon TX, USA)  4 Stars
May 31, 2004
This is a true field guide; it is small and sturdy enough to actually carry in the field. It's information is geared towards field work (where to find, when to find, certain critters, etc.). The species are well described, and ranges and descriptions for subspecies are present under the species accounts (far better than Audobon's field guide). Furthermore, the range descriptions are truly precise; it will detail the overall countours of the animals range and then the areas where the animal is not found. This makes it much easier to determine if a given animal is found in an area. Also, the plates are far superior to most photo's. The allow for a more clear view of thier subject, and highlight important identification characteristics. They are also done to scale (although scale used varies somewhat from page to page--it is listed on each page), which makes it easier to get an idea of size of the animal. This edition is somewhat old; '98 or so. I understand the book's been updated somewhat since then due changes in our knowledge and the taxonomy of the animals, but even this edition is still very functional in the field, or for a general reference.
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The Very Best! by Yvonne Ogren (San Luis Obispo, California)  5 Stars
March 27, 2001
If you were to only buy one book on reptiles and amphibians, this would be the one. No other author can come close to Rober C. Stebbins in this area. Not only is his writing, informative, easily understood, highly intersting and always engaging, but he also does his own drawings, from live specimens, and his artwork is quite incredible! I suggest that any parent of school age children consider buying this book as a present for his or her own kids. Young boys in particular are quickly attracted to this kind of work and a book like this will serve as a real foundation for years of study and enjoyment. Teachers too will often find that boys who dislike school and "reading" in general, will just love this book. Anything spent on this book is money well spent.
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One Of The Crown Jewels Of The Peterson Field Guide Series 5 Stars
July 31, 1999
Written by the leading expert in his field, this is the best book on the subject. I remember when I was in college that Professor Stebbins' class was always impossible to get into because he was so popular and respected. This book is his legacy... a highly detailed book with hundreds of beautifully rendered drawings. Each drawing is meticulous and a great learning tool. This volume is one of the best of the Peterson Field Guide Series and is highly recommended for all readers, even if they never venture outside.
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