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This guide to the snakes, frogs, turtles, and salamanders of North America aids in the identification of 212 species. Learn:- How to tell the difference between reptiles and amphibians- How and where to find them- How to separate fact from fableReptiles and Amphibians includes full-color illustrations, up-to-date range maps, and a host of fascinating facts about these interesting and unusual animals.Using clear text and detailed illustrations, Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press present accurate information in a handy format for the beginner to the expert. These guides focus on what your students are really going to see. They are easy to use: detailed, full-color illustrations, text, and maps are all in one place. They are easy to understand: accurate, accessible information is simplified without being misrepresented. They are authoritative, containing up-to-date information written experts and checked by specialists. And they are portable: handy and lightweight, designed to fit in a pocket and be carried anywhere.

Full-color illustrations of 278 of the most common fresh- and salt-water fishes accompany clear and concise descriptions that tell:-Where different fishes live and what they eat-Their sizes, shapes, and other identifying features-Their intriguing and various ways of lifeFishes is a fascinating guide for everyone interested in learning about underwater life.

An accurate and fascinating introduction to more than 200 of the most common species of mammals in North America, including information on:-Habits and habitats-Family trees-Raising young-Foods, enemies, and moreFull-color illustrations accent features that help you to recognize each animal in its natural environment. Range maps show where various species can be found.