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42 of 42 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
We have five copies of the first edition of Collins field guide "Reptiles & Amphibians" in our laboratory, which we use almost daily. For last 6 months I have been waiting for my very own copy of the second edition, but every time I tried to order, I received the message "not yet published". Once I finally received my own copy, I was not disappointed.
This long-awaited second edition includes a more comprehensive and easier to use identification key with many more species and subspecies, including those which have been introduced to Europe (i.e. the red eared Terrapin Trachemys scripta which was previously found only in the Americas). The addition of 66 new distribution maps is also a valuable tool in determination. More plates have been added (i.e. sea turtles, skinks, Canary Island lizards, lacertas - new plate with 5 new species described). New species of snake have been added and described (i.e. 2 new species from the Colubridae family and 1 new viper).
The species are listed and described according the newest systematic classifications, thanks to genetic research since the first edition, aiding both the professional biologist and amateur nature lover in making a concise and correct identification in the field.
"Reptiles & Amphibians" has completed my Collins issue library of other valuable field guides, such as Collin's Bird and Mammals, Collin's Fishes, etc...
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is quite simply the best field guide to the Reptiles and Amphibians of the region. This revised edition now has all the plates grouped together for ease of reference and also includes many new species not previously covered.
If you only buy one field guide then buy this one.
If you only buy one field guide then buy this one.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I have the 1978 edition of this book and have always hoped there would be a revised, updated edition but knowing how long it must have taken to research I never thought it would be done. Well here it is and with newly discovered sub specieces, variations, Canary Island inclusions(if only I had the book last july when I was in Tenerife) it is well worth the wait. The plates are grouped together and good plates of the additional species. The maps have been revised and expanded too. I shall take it with me to Turkey & N Cyprus next august as it is just about small enough for carrying around. This is a very comprehensive reference/field book and is a must have for all reptile enthusiasts.
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An amazing book full of information
I have had this book for a number of years now and have used it a lot when we have travelled into Europe. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Brian
Reptiles
This book is very helpful for ID after taking a photo, also great for not getting lizards mixed up as it tells you where they can only be found. Excellent book good value.
Published 10 months ago by J. Currie
The newts of Leech River
This is the Collins field guide to the reptiles and amphibians of Europe. The guide covers all of Europe except European Russia east of Moscow. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Ashtar Command
Excellent Guide and Reference Book
This is the best guide and reference book to European reptiles and
amphibians on the market.
There is a vast amount of information in this compact volume. Read more
amphibians on the market.
There is a vast amount of information in this compact volume. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Alan W. Burnside
Simple and complete
Its a very good and complete guide of all the known reptiles in Europe. I dond give this 5 stars because this is one of those type of guides which have the distribution maps all... Read more
Published on 22 Feb 2010 by Byron
Collins Reptiles and Amphibians of Europe
I can only add to the comments made by other users, this is the best book for the area covered and anyone interested in herps should get this book. Read more
Published on 19 Jan 2010 by W. Jones
Reptiles and Amphibians
This is a good book. We have referred to it many times when trying to identify the various snakes in the area. Good pictures with plenty of help to pinpoint a particular species.
Published on 24 Oct 2009 by JM Hunt
Probably the best guide on the market
This guide has helped me to identify some of the species I have photographed on my travels and it's probably the only best guide available on the market at the moment. Read more
Published on 29 Aug 2006 by Ms. Srv Herault
A must have for all herp lovers
This is the best herp book i've got...
It is very helpful, and full of colour plates, showing the main sub-species and geographical variations likely to be seen in... Read more
It is very helpful, and full of colour plates, showing the main sub-species and geographical variations likely to be seen in... Read more
Published on 5 Feb 2006 by "dan-the-snake-rescue-man"
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