National Audubon Society Field Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians: North America (National Audubon Society Field Guides)
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An aging field guide that is still as beautiful and useful as ever
I have been a fan of the Audubon Society field guides since I was a young child. The beautiful color photos are fascinating and very useful for identifying various species. I also love the organization of these guides, with the photo plates up front and easy to navigate, reserving the data entries for the back of the book. It makes the identification process a little easier up front, while still keeping additional information close at hand for later study. This reptiles and amphibians guide is no exception. All the characteristic quality of the other Audubon Society guides, with the same beautiful photo plates you've come to expect. Some more particular reviewers have noted that this edition that dates back to 1979 is now somewhat out of date, as some subspecies and common names have changed in recent years. Not sure if any of the taxonomy has changed, but certainly would warrant a new edition if it has. That said, the age of this guide has not diminished its overall quality, nor its handiness to the casual naturalist. I have already used this guide to positively ID a number of common species native to my area, and this book has become a cherished piece of reference material in my collection. I would certainly recommend it to anyone wanting to know more about the reptiles and amphibians in their corner of North America.
Grandchildren love using them
Great guides. Our young grandchildren love leafing through the pictures. They have found toads and frogs and love identifying them
Good
Always great books
Great book, PERFECT size!
This book is perfect for my daughter to carry around and identify all the creatures around her. She loves it and I do too. Love that the cover is a leather-type material. Not cardboard or paper. Great resource.
A Nature Lovers Favorite
I'm building a small library of field guides about nature and this is another great example of the best.
Lots of info!
This book has lots of pictures and facts! It came late but as soon as I got it I started to read. It has a vast variety of reptiles and amphibians. There’s a lot that I have never heard about till this book. This book is a great way to learn your reptiles and amphibians.
Fabulous guides for the price
Excellent, compréhensive, great pics. Organization is a bit confusing at first
Good field guide.
After finding a very large snake in my garden, I needed to know what species it was but did not have a reference book so I ordered the National Audubon Society Field Guide. It's a great reference book and I will use it often.
great pocket guide
i enjoy carrying these things with me when I am out hiking in the desert and desert mountains. they are small and colorful, easy to follow and well written/orgainzed. I recommed any of the field guides by the Autubon Society for the outdoor-types who like to know what they are seeing when out walking around and exploring.
Highly Recommended for Teachers, Parents, Naturalists Enthusiasts
This is a terrific guide to amphibians! Great for my kids to take with us outside as we explore all the various local lizards and frogs. Begins with anatomy drawings followed up by photos. Then a report of the description, breeding, habitat, and range of the animal with a map of where in the US it lives. Would highly recommend this book to friends who are naturalist enthusiasts.
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