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Turtles & Tortoises
By Vincenzo Ferri
A Comprehensive
Illustrated Guide to 190 land, Marine and freshwater Turtles and Tortoises
Turtles and tortoises are fascinating
survivors from an ancient world of reptiles that reach back to the age of
the dinosaurs. Today they rank among the most threatened species on the
planet. Their slow movement on land and lack of defenses combine with
habitat destruction to make them vulnerable everywhere in the world.
This guidebook describes in detail the
appearance and behavior of 190 land, marine and freshwater species of
turtle. The concise, informative text is supplemented by a wealth of
drawings and photographs which show the individual forms, patterns,
coloration and habitat adaptation of each turtle.
With 400 colour photographs and 250 drawings and charts to
provide a unique look at turtles and tortoises.
Soft laminated cover 255 pages. Approx 145mm x
195mm. (2002). ISBN 9781552096314 RRP: $24.95