A Naturalist's Guide to the Reptiles & Amphibians Of New Zealand

Author: Samuel Purdie

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A Naturalist's Guide to the Reptiles & Amphibians of New Zealand is a photographic identification guide to all 141 reptile and amphibian species of New Zealand, and is a perfect reference for residents and visitors alike.

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A Naturalist's Guide to the Reptiles & Amphibians of New Zealand is an introductory photographic identification guide to all 141 reptile and amphibian species of New Zealand.High-quality photographs from the author and the country's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habits and habitats, and conservation information. The user-friendly introduction covers geography and climate, habitats, reptiles and amphibian identification and a glossary. Also included is an all-important checklist of all of the herpetofauna of New Zealand encompassing, for each species, its risk category and New Zealand conservation status.

About the Author

Samuel Purdie is a herpetologist, science educator and award-winning wildlife photographer from Rotorua. He received a BSc in zoology and ecology and a PGDip in wildlife management from the University of Otago, and is currently pursuing an MSc in wildlife management. He spends much of his time researching native alpine lizards and advocating for New Zealand's lesser-known wildlife.

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A Naturalist_s Guide to the Reptiles & Amphibians of New Zealand is a photographic identification guide to all 141 reptile and amphibian species of New Zealand, and is a perfect reference for resident and visitor alike. High-quality photographs from the author and the country_s top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habits and habitats, and conservation information. The user-friendly introduction covers geography and climate, habitats, reptiles and amphibian identification and a glossary. Also included is an all-important checklist of all of the herpetofauna of New Zealand encompassing, for each species, its risk category and New Zealand conservation status.

Product Details

Publisher

John Beaufoy Publishing Ltd

Published

16th December 2022

Pages

176

ISBN

9781913679316

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CUSTOMER REVIEWS

19 Dec, 2022

Eye candy.The faunal taonga of New Zealand show why on our guard we must become their guardians. The more publications like this to bring their plight to the public the better. A superb matter of fact booklet.
Julian Twiss
By Julian

09 Dec, 2022

Excellent book and great photos
By Chris

09 Dec, 2022

Great book
Grandkids found info really helpful
By Penny

08 Dec, 2022

Delighted to be able to identify the friendly gecko which seems to live in our garden concrete block fence which is covered in foliage.It comes out to enjoy the sunshine.
By Kathleen

28 Nov, 2022

Clear pictures & great distribution map
By Geoff

21 Nov, 2022

Very fine book. Delivered quickly, no trouble, nice communications when I had made a mistake. Thank you.
By Barbara

11 Nov, 2022

Excellent book; detailed, informative and passionate!
By Dave

14 Nov, 2022

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