{"product_id":"9781431702251","title":"A Guide to the Reptiles of Southern Africa","description":"Southern Africa is home to a remarkably diverse and rich reptile fauna. A Guide to the Reptiles of Southern Africa introduces the 517 species currently described in the region, arranged into three main groups - snakes and lizards, crocodiles, and shelled reptiles. Drawing on the latest scientific research, the authors start with a discussion of reptile identification, diversity, biology, distribution patterns, and where to find and observe them, as well as unravelling the facts and fallacies of snakebite.\u003cp\u003eWritten in a lively and accessible way, the subsequent chapters offer insight into: Identification to group level, with an inclusive list of related species, A detailed description of appearance, together with colourful images, Biology and behaviour of each group, Conservation status of species, Reproduction details, Distribution. Informative panels provide key information at a glance, with a distribution map and clear icons giving typical habitat and period of activity. A wealth of full-colour photographs throughout brings the subject matter vividly to life. This book will appeal to all wildlife enthusiasts, both professional and amateur, and will prove to be a valuable guide in the field.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGraham Alexander (left) is an associate professor at the University of Witwatersrand\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJohan Marais (right) is an entrepreneur, naturalist and photographer who has contributed significantly to reptile conservation  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House South Africa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47123365822704,"sku":"9781431702251","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781431702251_p0.jpg?v=1763750684","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781431702251","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}