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Zustand: New. 478, 982 col photos, 117 col dist maps. A4. HB. NEW. . Morocco is one of the most biodiverse regions in North Africa and its herpetofauna has been the subject of numerous studies, being well-known compared to other North African countries. In addition to this, Morocco has been considered in recent years as one of the most touristic countries in the region, being safe and open to tourism. There are many foreign people that visit Morocco with different aims that typically encounter many species of amphibians and reptiles. In such cases, the idea of a comprehensive guide for Morocco is essential to help in the identification of the species, both for scientists and other enthusiasts. This book presents useful information on the identification and general biology of all 117 terrestrial reptile and amphibian species occurring in Morocco including details of each species with an updated textual description, colourful images, common names, distribution in Morocco and range, habitat, biology, taxonomic remarks and distribution maps. Furthermore, the book include keys to the identification of each genus and species, a part about the Bioclimate and Biogeography of Morocco and his conservation. [9783899731170].…

Originally published in French, this is a fully up-to-date and comprehensive photographic field guide to the snakes of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. Lavishly illustrated with 387 colour photographs, it includes coverage of all 122 snake species found in these regions. The guide s detailed introduction discusses snake anatomy, biology, habitats and taxonomy. It also explores the health of snakes in captivity and conservation measures, and provides a succinct explanation of the chemical composition, physical effects and cultural uses of snake venom. Species accounts are arranged taxonomically and provide identification features, a description of the species habitat and behavior and information about whether a snake is venomous. Abundant distribution maps describe each species geographic variation and usual habitats. Clear photos aid identification and are supplemented with illustrations highlighting key anatomical features. A table of all species, country by country, is included at the back of Snakes of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. Princeton, New Jersey. Princeton University Press. 379 pp., 387 color photos, b/w illustrations, 122 color distribution maps, paperback 8 [13.5 x 19 cm].…

Les Amphibiens et les Reptiles du Languedoc-Roussillon et R?gions Limitrophes describes the reptiles and amphibians of Languedoc-Rousillon, one of the 27 regions of France in south of the country. This area has an especially high biodiversity, containing over three-quarters of the country s fauna. Cet ouvrage d?taille la biologie de ces animaux en Languedoc-Roussillon, une region exceptionnellement riche avec pas moins de 46 esp?ces autochtones (soit plus des trois quarts de la faune de France continentale), 3 esp?ces acclimat?es et 10 esp?ces introduites par l homme mais non acclimat?es a ce jour. Le cadre g?ographique int?gre, outre les Pyr?n?es-Orientales, l Aude, l Herault, le Gard et la Loz?re, les d?partements limitrophes de l Aveyron, du Tarn et de l Ard?che, les parties est de l Ari?ge, de la Haute-Garonne, du Tarn-et-Garonne et du Lot, mais aussi la Camargue. La distribution g?ographique des esp?ces est d?sormais connue avec pr?cision, et leur ?cologie mieux cern?e: distribution altitudinale, rythmes d activit?, r?gime alimentaire, pr?dation, et causes de mortalit? 448 pp., 428 color figs, br. gr. 8. …

Well illustrated guide to 50 species in a little known area, with an identification key. Species notes cover world and local distribution, subspecies, habitat, conservation and physiology. Frankfurt a. M. Chimaira. 229 pp., 240 color & b/w photos, 7 b/w line drawings, 3 color maps, b/w distribution maps, hardcover 8 [15 x 21.5 cm].…

Das Standardwerk zur Herpetofauna Marokkos war ?ber zwei Jahrzehnte lange der Band von Bons & Geniez. Nach 10 Jahren Vorbereitungszeit legt nun ein f?nfk?pfiges Autorenteam ein imposantes Werk vor, das sowohl durch seine detaillierten Verbreitungskarten als auch durch die F?lle eindrucksvoller Fotos besticht. Morocco is one of the most biodiverse regions in North Africa and its herpetofauna has been the subject of numerous studies, being well-known compared to other North African countries. In addition to this, Morocco has been considered in recent years as one of the most touristic countries in the region, being safe and open to tourism. There are many foreign people that visit Morocco with different aims that typically encounter many species of amphibians and reptiles. In such cases, the idea of a comprehensive guide for Morocco is essential to help in the identification of the species, both for scientists and other enthusiasts. This book presents useful information on the identification and general biology of all 117 terrestrial reptile and amphibian species occurring in Morocco including details of each species with an updated textual description, colourful images, common names, distribution in Morocco and range, habitat, biology, taxonomic remarks and distribution maps. Furthermore, the book include keys to the identification of each genus and species, a part about the Bioclimate and Biogeography of Morocco and his conservation Issues. Frankfurt a. M. Chimaira. 478 pp., 982 color photographs, 117 color distribution maps, hardcover 4.…