Pocket Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians of Alberta

Amphibians and reptiles form a significant part of the natural economy of Alberta. But like every school child knows, our interest in reptiles and amphibians comes first from an innate desire to find out more about the squiggly, squirmy, creepy, crawly, and completely fascinating creatures around us. Organized by environment, A Pocket Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians of Alberta is a detailed identification guide to the 18 intriguing herpetological species from in Alberta. You'll learn about their evolution, anatomy, habitats and life cycles. You'll discover how they eat, move, defend themselves and combat the extremes of prairie cold and heat. There's also plenty of practical advice on how to study reptiles and amphibians in the wild.Russell, Anthony P. is the author of 'Pocket Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians of Alberta', published 2003 under ISBN 9780889952362 and ISBN 0889952361.