Description
GUIDE TO THE REPTILES OF CATALONIA
Book Summary
This field guide is the definitive tool for recognizing and identifying all reptile species present in Catalonia. With more than 350 full-color photographs and detailed illustrations, this work offers the most up-to-date knowledge on the biology, conservation, and identification of turtles and squamates. An essential resource for naturalists, hikers, and anyone interested in the local fauna.
What is it about?
The work provides comprehensive coverage of all native and introduced reptile species in Catalonia. Through clear texts and extensive visual material, the reader will be able to delve into aspects such as taxonomy, phylogeny, biogeography, pathology, and the conservation status of each species. The guide stands out for its didactic purpose, showcasing the great variability of each animal to facilitate identification in the field, and highlights the crucial ecological role of this often stigmatized group.
Main Topics
- Detailed visual identification of tortoises, snakes, and lizards of Catalonia.
- Biology, ecology, and habitats of native and introduced species.
- Conservation status and issues affecting reptile populations.
- Updated taxonomy and phylogeny of the group.
- Pathology and ecological requirements of each species.
Who is it recommended for?
This guide is recommended for naturalists, biologists, environmental educators, hikers, and anyone with an interest in Catalan fauna. It is also a tool of great value for natural science students and those who wish to deepen their knowledge and understanding of reptile conservation, at both an amateur and professional level.
What this book offers
- More than 350 full-color photographs showing the variability of each species for precise identification.
- The most up-to-date scientific knowledge, prepared by experts from the Catalan Herpetological Society.
- Original illustrations that complement the photographs to facilitate the understanding of anatomical details.
- A complete overview that integrates biology, conservation, and identification in a single field volume.
- An informative approach that helps overcome prejudices and value the ecological importance of reptiles.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Various Authors
- Publisher: COSSETANIA
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: FAUNA: REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS
- Collection: FIELD GUIDES
- Publication Date: November 2024
- Number of pages: 280
- Weight: 806 g
Editorial Review
This guide is presented as an essential reference work for the study of reptiles in Catalonia. The combination of a team of specialist authors, exceptional photographic material, and rigorous scientific content makes it a superior field tool. Its didactic approach and desire to demystify these animals make it accessible to experts and enthusiasts alike, filling an important gap in herpetological outreach in the region.