Julian C. Lee begins with a description of the environment and habitats of the Yucatan Peninsula, followed by a history of the herpetological research there. He then describes 182 species of frogs, toads, salamanders, snakes, lizards, turtles, and crocodiles, detailing the features that characterize each species and distinguish it from similar species. Lee completes the book with an unusual chapter on the ethnoherpetology of the region - the significance of amphibians and reptiles in the culture of both ancient and contemporary Maya. An extensive bibliography, a glossary, and a gazetteer help make his research accessible to everyone interested in the wildlife of the Yucatan. Magnificent color photos and complete species accounts identify all of the snakes found in Florida.
Distribution maps show range of each species in Florida and the United States.
This book has been widely acclaimed by herpetologists and naturalists throughout the U.S. and around the world. A must for amateur as well as professional herpetologists. Authoritative and accessible, this book answers the most frequently asked questions about snakes and provides a basic introduction for both adults and children to the habits and marvels of these limbless creatures. 215 color photos. A lifetime of fieldwork and laboratory research is incorporated in this authoritative treatise.