Snakes, Lizards, Turtles, Frogs, Toads and Salamanders of New Mexico

Of the more than 3,000 species of amphibians and 6,000 species of reptiles currently recognized, 123 occur in New Mexico. This guide provides an overview, with color picture, of these 123 creatures, broken down by class, order and family, as well as information on collecting, handling, and captive maintenance of specimens. There is a key, which would be helpful to a knowledgeable herpetofaunaphile. The color pictures are excellent, and a glossary is included. No index. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.