A fascinating account of the people,places, trends, and events that influenced the growing popularity of reptiles in America

The Dragon Traders

R. Michael Burger

ECO Publishing

An intriguing book with many tales of rattlesnake hunting. 16 pages of full-color photographs, b/w photos.

Tales From the Golden Age of Rattlesnake Hunting

Donald G. Wheeler

Complete Chondro: A Comprehensive Guide to the Care and Breeding of the Green Tree Python

Greg Maxwell

After being rediscovered in the mysterious forest of New Caledonia in 1994, the Crested Gecko, 'Rhacodactylus ciliatus'. With their wide-eyed, prehistoric look, huge triangle shaped heads, and froglike antics, they are quickly becoming the "gecko of choice" for reptile hobbyists. This is the first comprehensive book available giving detailed information on all aspects of keeping and breeding a healthy Crested Gecko. Covers hatchling and adult care, housing, feeding, and breeding, plus many representative photographs of the various beautiful morphs. The author has drawn on her background of science education with over 30 years of herpetocultural experience specializing the last 15 years in Leopard Geckos and Crested Geckos.

Crested Gecko in Captivity

Robbie Hamper

CRESTED GECKOS in CAPTIVITY by Robbie HamperThe Crested Gecko, Rhacodactylus ciliatus, is one of six species and two subspecies in the genus Rhacodactylus. In nature, these wonderful, robust geckos live in the mysterious forests of New Caledonia. Despite being introduced into reptile keeping in 1994, the Crested Gecko has quickly become one of the most exciting animals available to reptile hobbyists. It has proven to be a hardy species and one of the easiest to maintain and breed in captivity. Since the Crested Gecko is rapidly becoming popular with reptile enthusiasts, and many of these enthusiasts are new to the hobby, all aspects of keeping and breeding healthy specimens are presented in this book. In this updated version of Crested Geckos in Captivity, reptile breeder Robbie Hamper presents insight into the captive care of Rhacodactylus leachianus, Rhacodactylus auriculatus, and information on the other exciting geckos in this genus.

More Than Snake Hunting (Hard Cover)

Craig Trumbower

Every mountain range in Mexico that Crotalus lepidus is found in is discussed and illustrated. The variation of this species is amazing and this book illustrates it superbly with 322 beautiful full-color photographs. It features habitat information, a full range map, sections on subspecies and sub specific morphology, sympatric herps and plantlife, and breathtaking photography of Rock Rattlesnakes from known locales throughout northern Mexico.

Guide to the Rock Rattlesnakes of Mexico

Michael S. Price

This book summarizes what is known about the amphibians and reptiles found in the state of Nuevo León, Mexico. It includes a brief introduction, a summary of the previous herpetological studies carried out in Nuevo León, a description of the physiographic characteristics of the state, a summary of the conservation status of each of the amphibian and reptile species occurring in the state, a list of the amphibian and reptile species known to occur in Nuevo León, and detail accounts of each species. The list includes a total of 146 species: 26 amphibians (22 anurans, 4 salamanders), and 120 reptiles (49 lizards, 63 snakes, and eight turtles). This information is presented in 370 pages which include: 260 color photos, five identification keys, 98 black and white figures, 83 color maps, a list of localities of collections for each species, and three appendices. This book was written by Drs. Julio A. Lemos-Espinal (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México), Geoffrey R. Smith (Denison University, Granville, Ohio), and Alexander Cruz (Colorado University at Boulder, Colorado). These three authors have extensive experience studying the ecology and distribution of amphibians and reptiles of northern Mexico, and have authored or coauthored a number of papers and books on this topic.

Amphibians & Reptiles of Nuevo Leon

Julio A. Lemos-Espinal

Alexander Cruz

Geoffrey R. Smith

The state of Durango, Mexico, is host of virtually all vegetation types present in Mexico, except for tropical evergreen forests This is essentially due to the complex physiography of the state which promotes a great diversity of climates and a remarkable heterogeneity of habitats. Another factor that adds for the high biodiversity of Durango is the Tropic of Cancer which is the line that marks the division of the subtropics and temperate zone to the north and the tropics to the south. Moreover, the Sierra Madre Occidental, which represents more than ⅔ of the surface territory of this state is considered a center of mega biodiversity in the North American continent, mainly due to its floral richness. It is also a center of floristic diversity for oaks as well as a biological refuge for endemic trees including Douglas Fir, and home to many highly valued flowering plants like orchids. More than 100 mammal species are found in this region, which functions as a corridor for the continued northward and westward expansion of subtropical species, as well as an important barrier that prevents the flow of species of the east towards the Pacific Coast and of the west towards temperated and semiarid regions. These extraordinary characteristics of the state of Durango have contributed to the presence of a relatively high diversity of amphibian and reptile species. Such that today, it is known that a total of 157 (three of them introduced) species of amphibians and reptiles is found in Durango. Thirty-six of these species are amphibians (33 anurans, three salamanders) and 121 are reptiles (five turtles, 54 lizards, and 62 snakes). Information on each species inhabiting Durango is provided through this book, which includes a brief introduction, a summary of the previous herpetological studies carried out in Durango, a description of the physiographic characteristics of the state, a summary of the conservation status of each of the amphibian and reptile species occurring in the st

Amphibians & Reptiles of Durango, Mexico

Rosaura Valdez Lares

Winner of 5 Awards Updated Version

Cave Creek Canyon Revealing the Heart of Arizona's Chiricahua Mountains 2nd Edition

Wynne Brown

This book is an expanded and updated look at Common Boas,True Red-tailed Boas, and other rare and endangered Boa Species and subspecies. These snakes arenot only fascinating for herpetologists and conservationists who study them in nature but they have also held the spot of the most commonly kept reptile pet for more than four decades. Author Vin Russo's lifetime of experience with these snakes, both in nature and captivity, make this book a deep

The More Complete Boa Constrictor

Vincent, Russo

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