Reptiles and Amphibians

DK Smithsonian Handbooks

by Mark O'Shea, Tim Halliday, Jonathan Metcalf (Editor)

The most accessible recognition guides. A systematic approach, authoritative text, and clear photographs make the Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Reptiles and Amphibians the most comprehensive and easy-to-use pocket guide to the reptiles and amphibians of the world. Packed with over 600 color photographs of more than 400 species, this handbook is designed to enable you to recognize each species quickly and easily. Expertly written, each entry combines a precise description with fully annotated photographs to highlight the chief characteristics and distinguishing features of each species. A comprehensive introduction describes the anatomy, lifecycle, and behavior of the major groups of reptiles and amphibians, while the initial steps of identification are facilitated by a clear visual key. Each entry in the Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Reptiles and Amphibians is accompanied by a map showing the geographical distribution of the species while the text and color-coded bands give the internationally accepted scientific name and provide at-a-glance information on size, diet, habitat, reproduction, and population status. A concise glossary explains all technical and scientific terms used in the book.

Genres: Nonfiction, Animals, Reference, Science, Nature, Childrens

256 pages, Paperback

First published January 18, 2001

Reviews

[Kiki]

There are different types of reptile.

[Isaac]

I LOVE this book

[GlutenFreePixels]

Great reference material if you're looking for an overview of reptiles and amphibians!

[Rees Fleming]

Could not find the Fer de Lance initially, The nickname should be mentioned as "Bothrops Asper" page 180. Fer De lance is a common name.

That's even assuming I have the correct translation.

Informative, other than that.

[Krystal Dregon]

reread this properly since i haven’t read it since i was a kid. just as cool as i remember.

shoutout to DK books for fostering my love of nature or whatever ✌🏼

[Recensioni in tre parole]

Pratico. Grafico. Snello.

[Elizabeth Mccord]

O'shea, M., & Halliday, T. (2010). Reptiles and amphibians. Dorling Kindersley.
Citation by: Elizabeth McCord
Call Number: 579.9
Type of Reference: Handbook
Description: This is an easy to use guide on over 400 species of reptiles and amphibians. Each animal contains a concise description of the animal and has pictures to show the most important features.
Relevance and Relationship: It contains information and pictures about over 400 species of reptiles and amphibians around the world. The book has a visual key for identify each animal and has maps showing where each animal can be found.
Purpose: The purpose of this handbook is to give students information about reptiles and amphibians around the world. It teaches them how to identify reptiles and amphibians and gives characteristic of them.
Validity: DK Handbooks are associated with the Smithsonian. Many handbooks have been written by DK on many different titles. This book is low in cost but great in information.
Format: This is a print edition published in 2011 with 256 pages.
Arrangement and Presentation: This book begins by telling students the difference between a reptile and amphibian. It then describes the characteristics of each. The book contains maps that show where these animals can be found, full color pictures of the animals. It also contains an index for quick find.
Professional Review: Harvey, II, C.A. (2001). DK handbooks (book review). Library Talk, 14(4), 60.

[Rachel]

O'Shea, M., & Halliday, T. (2002). Reptiles and amphibians. New York: Dorling Kindersley.

Citation created by: Rachel Davis
Call Number: 597.9
Description: Collects annotated photographs and descriptions of over 400 species of reptiles and amphibians, such as turtles, lizards, snakes, newts, and frogs.
Content/Scope: Grades 4 & up
Accuracy/Authority: Part of the Smithsonian Institute publishings.
Relation to Similar Works: Revisions and offered in other languages
Cost: $11.35
Rationale for Selection: Purchase of this book was highly recommended in Library Talk review. Great research tool for even the younger students with guided assistance.
Professional Review: Library Talk, Sep/Oct 2001, Vol. 14 Issue 4.

[Teri]

I'm really surprised how ALL the kids that come to my house pick up this book and get absorbed in the pictures and descriptions. Nice guide to have around the house while learning about reptiles. I'm noting a really fabulous reptile movie here so I don't forget about it: Life in Cold Blood (BBC nature documentary series written and presented by David Attenborough)

[Michael]

I take this with me fairly often if I go out for a hike or fishing trip. It helps me to identify some species of turtles, frogs, and lizards which is pretty fun. I don't mess with snakes. It is not exactly a complete guide however for what species the book doesn't list it makes up for in giving you details about reptiles and amphibians in general.

[Mary]

Good pictures & trivia but by no means complete. No Grand Cayman Blue Iguanas, no Pacific Northwest Tree Frog...

[Erik Paterson]

Beautifully illustated and very well written. A handy guide to herpetofauna .