Ernst and Lovich's thoroughly revised edition of this classic
reference provides the most updated information ever assembled on
the natural histories of North American turtles.
From diminutive mud turtles to giant alligator snappers, two of
North America's most prominent experts describe the turtles that
live in the fresh, brackish, and marine waters north of Mexico.
Incorporating the explosion of new scientific information published
on turtles over the past fifteen years--including the
identification of four new species--Ernst and Lovich supply
comprehensive coverage of all fifty-eight species, with discussions
of conservation status and recovery efforts.
Each species account contains information on identification,
genetics, fossil record, distribution, geographic variation,
habitat, behavior, reproduction, biology, growth and longevity,
food habits, populations, predators, and conservation status. The
book includes range maps for freshwater and terrestrial species, a
glossary of scientific names, an extensive bibliography for further
research, and an index to scientific and common names.
Logically organized and richly illustrated--with more than two
hundred color photographs and fifty-two maps-- "Turtles of the
United States and Canada" remains the standard for libraries,
museums, nature centers, field biologists, and professional and
amateur herpetologists alike.
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