Books on Animals
Reptiles and amphibians: Books about turtles, terrapins and tortoises
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The Biology, Husbandry and Health Care of Reptiles: The Biology of Reptiles
Volume 1 of a three-volume set which is geared to reptile keepers and biology students, and which is also useful for vets because of the detail that it goes into. The issues are well-explained, and the material is well-presented and up-to-date. These volumes are a very useful resource for any serious herp enthusiast who finds that their collection is increasing. This volume deals with biology, while the other two deal with husbandry (vol 2) and health care (vol 3).
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The Biology of Reptiles: Husbandry
Volume 2 of a three-volume set which is geared to reptile keepers and biology students, and which is also useful for vets because of the detail that it goes into. The issues are well-explained, and the material is well-presented and up-to-date. These volumes are a very useful resource for any serious herp enthusiast who finds that their collection is increasing. This volume deals with husbandry, while the other two deal with biology (vol 1) and health care (vol 3).
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The Biology of Reptiles: Health Care
Volume 3 of a three-volume set which is geared to reptile keepers and biology students, and which is also useful for vets because of the detail that it goes into. The issues are well-explained, and the material is well-presented and up-to-date. These volumes are a very useful resource for any serious herp enthusiast who finds that their collection is increasing. This volume deals with health care, while the other two deal with biology (vol 1) and husbandry (vol 2).
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Collins Field Guide: Reptiles and Amphibians of Britain and Europe
A delightful book for anyone going on holiday in Europe or the UK, who wants to check out the local herps. This book is a comprehensive survey, giving detailed descriptions of different species, with illustrations and distribution maps. There is also information on juveniles as well as adults. The best field guide for European reptiles and amphibians.
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Turtles and Tortoises (A Complete Pet Owner's Manual)
A short guide to choosing and caring for pet turtles and tortoises, from a reptile expert. There is background information on the lifestyle of the tortoise family in the wild, so help pet owners understand chelonian needs, especially their housing and feeding needs. There are also accounts of different species. This is an especially good book for children, because it's so clearly written and well set out.
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Terrarium and Cage Construction and Care
A very useful guide to what to put in your terrarium, and how to create habitats suitable for different types of reptiles and amphibians. It doesn't go into the DIY of building cages and terrariums in detail, but provides some general help, with more detailed coverage of furnishings and plants. This book is a very good source of ideas, even for experienced herp keepers.
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The Reptile and Amphibian Problem Solver: Practical and Expert Advice on Keeping Snakes, Lizards, Frogs and Other Reptiles and Amphibians
This is a very useful trouble shooting guide with over 450 common problems tackled. There is also information on how to care for over 100 species of amphibians and reptiles. The advice is clearly written, and this manual is very useful for those needing a quick reference book to deal with any problems that may affect their herps.
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Turtles and Tortoises (A Firefly Guide)
This is a beautifully illustrated guide to turtles and tortoises of the world, aimed at a general readership. There is an account of most species found world-wide, as well as a general overview. The chapters focus on different regions and habitats, such as oceans, and different arctic and tropical regions. This is both a useful reference book for information about species, and an enjoyable book to browse through.
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The New Encyclopedia of Reptiles and Amphibians
This encyclopedia contains up-to-date research from well-known zoologists, presented in a way that is accessible to a wider audience. It gives a fascinating overview of amphibians and reptiles, providing a wealth of information on a wide range of topics. It's accessible enough to interest older children, as well as being thorough and accurate enough to satisfy the most demanding herp enthusiast. It's also very well-illustrated. One of an excellent series from OUP, which also includes mammals.
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The Tortoise Trust Guide to Tortoises and Turtles
This is an excellent introduction to tortoises, terrapins and turtles from Andy Highfield. There is information on a number of species, and help with general care such as feeding, housing and breeding. This book is short, but packed with information, and it's slim enough to take to the zoo with you. It's very well written, and is accessible to younger readers, as well as adults, without being too simplistic.
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Practical Encyclopedia of Keeping and Breeding Tortoises and Freshwater Turtles
This is an essential guide for anyone who is seriously enthusiastic about keeping tortoises and turtles. It is a little expensive for a novice who is not yet committed, but is extremely useful as a reference book for a long-term enthusiast. It is clearly written, with very helpful sections on tackling health problems, as well as giving advice on how to avoid them, through providing the right housing and food. Experienced tortoise and turtle lovers can benefit from learning new approaches to husbandry and health care. The book is also very well illustrated.
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The Tortoise and Turtle Feeding Manual
A short, but extremely useful guide to tortoise and turtle nutrition, which can help prevent bone and shell problems. The different dietary needs of tortoises and turtles from different environments are covered, as are the feeding needs of hatchlings, the usage of wild foods, and nutritional supplements. There is a very useful list of toxic plants. There are also photographs illustrating the impact of diet on shell development.
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Understanding Reptile Parasites: a Basic Manual for Herpetoculturists & Veterinarians
A short, inexpensive guide to reptile parasites, which is worth buying, whether you are a novice or an experienced keeper. Prevention is better than cure, and this applies to preventing diseases in humans that can be caught from reptiles, as well as problems in reptiles themselves. It is useful for vets, but is also accessible enough for the general reader, taking one gently into such arcane pursuits as the study of fecal matter, and parasite identification.
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The Reproductive Biology of the Chelonia (Zoophysiology)
A book for very serious chelonia fans with deep pockets! It's not really worth buying this book unless you plan to breed chelonia, or have special interest in going very deeply into their reproductive habits. There is a strong focus on how chelonia have come to occupy different ecological niches, and how a study of this can help breeders of captive chelonians. Tortoise mating jokes aside, the book provides a serious examination of the physiology of chelonian reproduction, and how this meshes with ecological conditions in different habitats.
Reptile Medicine and Surgery
A fairly pricey, fat reference book for vets and serious herpetologists. This book deals with health problems of amphibians as well as reptiles. It is comprehensive, with input from experienced specialists in the field. There are also some very useful nutritional tables. It's easy to use, and is designed for quick reference, with helpful illustrations. There's enough here to interest vet specialists in this field, as well as serious keepers of reptiles and amphibians.
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Veterinary Management of Tortoises and Turtles
This is not very expensive for a technical book aimed at vets. It is a very important, up-to-date reference work for tortoise and turtle ailments, so is worth investing in if you have a serious interest in breeding and keeping chelonians. There are illustrations of different medical conditions, and recommended drug dosages are set out. Tortoise and turtle enthusiasts can use the book to prevent health problems in their pets, as well as decide whether vet treatment is necessary. They can, of course, lend the book to any vet they see who has not read it - the vet is likely to be able to understand the details of the text better than a general reader, and may find the information extremely helpful.
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Survivors in Armor: Turtles, Tortoises and Terrapins
This is a very well-illustrated guide to the natural history of turtles, tortoises and terrapins, from the Project director of the International Wildlife Coalition, Ronald Orenstein. The turtle family is under threat from erosion of their habitat, and from humans wanting to eat them, use their shells, and keep them as pets! Dr. Jeanne Mortimer and Dr George Zug, who are also active in conservation, both contribute to this important work, which stresses the uinqueness of tortoises, turtles and terrapins, and their long history on the planet, where they are now under threat.
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Turtles and Tortoises for Dummies (For Dummies)
Easy to follow, and very good value for the amount of information it contains. This is an excellent guide for novices who are interested in all the tortoise family. They should read it before getting their first specimen, or buying new ones - there is some very useful advice on the relative difficulty of different species. Liz Palika is a well-known US specialist in reptiles, and the book is geared to US readers, but it is packed with so much information that we could forgive her for being American.
Mediterranean Tortoises
This book is especially useful for British tortoise owners, since the species is the one most commonly kept in Britain. It is a short, inexpensive, introductory guide to keeping tortoises, which is packed with information on a wide range of issues, such as housing, feeding, and breeding. There is also advice on helping your tortoise through hibernation, especially important in Britain, where many tortoises get lost in the undergrowth of gardens and do not survive the winter!
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Turtles and Tortoises (Family Pet Series)
This is a well illustrated guide for novices which is accessible to younger readers as well as adults. It is easy to follow, and offers a lot of useful information, though adults are likely to want to go a little more deeply into the topic.
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Herpetology: An Introductory Biology of Amphibians and Reptiles
A little pricey, but you get a lot of book for your money! This is thorough enough for degree-level students, yet is accessible to the general reader with an interest in herps. It is the second edition of a well-loved text, which has been fully revised to bring it up to date and make it easier to use. Anyone who likes herps will find it fascinating, and it is the leading work in herpetology for biologists.