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Whether they’re considered cool or creepy, reptiles and amphibians spark curiosity in most people who come across them. This introductory guide—the book that author Michael A. Smith says he “would have wanted at age thirteen or fourteen”—offers an educational and inspirational starting point to discovering reptiles and amphibians in their natural habitats.
The Wild Lives of Reptiles and Amphibians introduces readers to the exciting native species they can observe on a family nature trip or a walk through the local park. Smith takes readers through creeks, rivers, and bottomland forests and across woods, deserts, and plains, profiling the herps to be found along the way with vivid photographs and helpful descriptions. Species included focus on the variety of herps found in the field—such as the American bullfrog, the eel-like amphiuma, the western diamond-backed rattlesnake, and the ornate box turtle—instead of the typical zoo species. Along the way, readers learn about the lifecycle of a frog, the secret to slithering, and how a turtle is able to pull its head completely into its shell. Within these stories, readers learn how herps hunt, move, defend themselves, find mates, and adapt to the places in which they live.
For readers who are ready to take the next step, tips are given on where and how to find these animals and whether to approach them, pick them up, or admire them from a distance as well as notes on exploring safely and responsibly.
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press; First Edition (October 23, 2020)
Language : English
Paperback : 172 pages
ISBN-10 : 1623498732
ISBN-13 : 978-1623498733
Reading age : 12 – 18 years
Grade level : 4 – 6
Item Weight : 13.9 ounces
Dimensions : 6 x 0.5 x 9.25 inches
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Reviewer: Autum Dugat
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Fabulous book
Review: Fabulous book, I identified immediately several little creatures in my yard. I bought the book for my nephew whos goal in life is to touch every little wiggly creature. Great pictures and lots of info on so many things. It even shows how everything is measured.
Reviewer: Patrick C.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great information
Review: My grandson ,who is almost 9, loved this book. He is so into this book. Great buy!
Reviewer: Mark D Sutton
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Highly recommended.
Review: Very knowledgeable author ! Our daughter loves it.
Reviewer: Michael Smith
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Reading level is higher than 8-12
Review: As the author of this book, I would like to correct the information about reading level. I wrote it for teens through adults.
