Turtles of the World

Turtles of the World
Author: Jeffrey E. Lovich
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 452
Release: 2021-12-07
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0691229031

A lavishly illustrated guide to the world's turtles that covers every family and genus Turtles of the World reveals the extraordinary diversity of these amazing reptiles. Characterized by the bony shell that acts as a shield to protect the softer body within, turtles are survivors from the time of the dinosaurs and are even more ancient in evolutionary terms than snakes and crocodilians. Of more than 350 species known today, some are highly endangered. In this beautiful guide, turtle families, subfamilies, and genera are illustrated with hundreds of color photographs. Each genus profile includes a population distribution map, a table of information, and commentary that includes notable characteristics and discussion of related species. More than 250 beautiful color photos Each profile features a distribution map, table of information, and commentary Broad coverage includes every family and genus

Tortoises of the World

Tortoises of the World
Author: George R. Zug
Publisher: JHU Press
Total Pages: 257
Release: 2024-04-23
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1421448351

"This work provides a comprehensive review of the natural history of the 58 species living tortoises, the majority of which are threatened by extinction"--

Turtles and Tortoises

Turtles and Tortoises
Author: Richard D. Bartlett
Publisher: B.E.S. Publishing
Total Pages: 120
Release: 1996
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780812097122

Illustrated throughout, this informative manual answers many questions relating to the upkeep of turtles and tortoises, for both casual and serious owners and breeders.

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE FUNDAMENTALS AND SYSTEMATICS - Volume IV

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE FUNDAMENTALS AND SYSTEMATICS - Volume IV
Author: Alessandro Minelli
Publisher: EOLSS Publications
Total Pages: 358
Release: 2009-11-10
Genre: Biology
ISBN: 1848261896

Biological Science Fundamentals and Systematics is a component of Encyclopedia of Biological, Physiological and Health Sciences in the global Encyclopedia of Life Support Systems (EOLSS), which is an integrated compendium of twenty one Encyclopedias. The Theme on Biological Science Fundamentals and Systematics provides the essential aspects and a myriad of issues of great relevance to our world such as: History and Scope of Biological Sciences; The Origin and Evolution of Early Life; Evolution; Classification and Diversity of Life Forms; Systematics of Microbial Kingdom (s) and Fungi; Systematic Botany; Systematic Zoology: Invertebrates; Systematic Zoology: Vertebrates which are then expanded into multiple subtopics, each as a chapter. These four volumes are aimed at the following five major target audiences: University and College students Educators, Professional practitioners, Research personnel and Policy analysts, managers, and decision makers and NGOs.

Amphibians and Reptiles of Baja California, Including Its Pacific Islands and the Islands in the Sea of Cortés

Amphibians and Reptiles of Baja California, Including Its Pacific Islands and the Islands in the Sea of Cortés
Author: L. Lee Grismer
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Total Pages: 418
Release: 2002-09-16
Genre: History
ISBN: 0520224175

"Grismer brings together an impressive amount of original field and laboratory research, supplemented with a thorough review of existing literature, to present a first-rate accounting of the Baja California herpetofauna. This book sets the stage for further research of the reptiles and amphibians of this remarkable region."—Robert Hansen, Editor, Herpetological Review "Grismer is without question the foremost authority on the herpetofauna of the Baja Peninsula; no one else could have produced such a detailed, comprehensive treatment of the amphibians and reptiles of the area. The book stands as a monument to Lee's many years of dedicated work on the Baja herpetofauna and will be the standard reference on the subject for many years to come."—Julian C. Lee, author of The Amphibians and Reptiles of the Yucatán Peninsula