Seventy-five percent of the turtle species in the United States can
be found in the Southeast. In fact, the region is second only to
parts of Asia in its number of native turtles. Filled with more
than two hundred color photographs and written with a special focus
on conservation, this guide covers forty-five species of this
nonthreatening, ancient lineage of long-lived reptiles.Heavily
illustrated, fact-filled descriptions of each species and its
habitat comprise the heart of the book. Species accounts cover such
information as descriptions of adults and hatchlings; key
identifiers including size, distinctive characters and markings;
land, river, pond, and wetland habitats; behaviors and activities;
food and diet; reproduction; predators and defense; and
conservation issues.Also included is a wealth of general
information about the importance of turtle conservation and the
biology, diversity, and life history of turtles. Discussed are
distinguishing turtle characteristics; differences among turtles,
tortoises, and terrapins; shell structure and architecture;
reproduction and longevity; turtle predators and defense
mechanisms; and turtle activities such as basking, hibernation,
aestivation, and seasonal movement. Useful information about the
interactions of humans and turtles is also covered: species that
are likely to be commonly encountered, turtles as pets, and
more.Clearly written, cleanly designed, and fun to use, the guide
will promote a better understanding of the habitat needs of, and
environmental challenges to, this fascinating group of animals.It
provides in-depth descriptions of the forty-two native species. It
presents a conservation-oriented approach. It contains more than
two hundred color photographs. It includes nearly forty
distribution maps. It offers clear descriptions of each species,
including differences in the appearance of young and mature
turtles. It includes ""Did You Know?"" sidebars of interesting
turtle facts. It contains size charts; key identifiers; and
information about habitat, behavior and activity, food and feeding,
reproduction, predators and defense, and conservation.
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