Turtles Of The World

Author : Jeffrey E. Lovich,Whit Gibbons
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2021-12-07
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691229034

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Turtles of the World by Jeffrey E. Lovich,Whit Gibbons Pdf

A lavishly illustrated guide to the world's turtles that covers every family and genus Turtles of the World reveals the extraordinary diversity of these amazing reptiles. Characterized by the bony shell that acts as a shield to protect the softer body within, turtles are survivors from the time of the dinosaurs and are even more ancient in evolutionary terms than snakes and crocodilians. Of more than 350 species known today, some are highly endangered. In this beautiful guide, turtle families, subfamilies, and genera are illustrated with hundreds of color photographs. Each genus profile includes a population distribution map, a table of information, and commentary that includes notable characteristics and discussion of related species. More than 250 beautiful color photos Each profile features a distribution map, table of information, and commentary Broad coverage includes every family and genus

Author : Franck Bonin,Bernard Devaux,Alain Dupré
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Turtles
ISBN : 0801884969

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Turtles of the World by Franck Bonin,Bernard Devaux,Alain Dupré Pdf

Author : Holger Vetter
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Turtles
ISBN : 3930612828

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Schildkröten Der Welt by Holger Vetter Pdf

Author : Carl H. Ernst,Roger W. Barbour
Publisher : Smithsonian Books (DC)
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1989-06-17
Category : Biological systems
ISBN : UCSD:31822005675061

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TURTLES OF THE WORLD by Carl H. Ernst,Roger W. Barbour Pdf

Guide to the world's 257 turtle species with reproductive and ecological information.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Voyageur Press (MN)
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : House & Home
ISBN : UOM:49015002943745

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Sea Turtles of the World by Anonim Pdf

Sea Tu rtles of the World provides an in-depth look at these prehistoric looking reptiles that have lived on earth longer than 210 million years, surviving two waves of mass extinction. Author and photographer Doug Perrine guides the reader through the fascinating life-cycle of the sea turtle, from their harrowing dash from the nest to the ocean as vulnerable hatchlings through the many years spent at sea during maturation, to sexual maturity, reproduction, and migration. Perrine describes the evolution of the sea turtle, its anatomy, events that lead to its endangerment, and attempts to save the sea turtle. Table of Contents: Origin and Anatomy, Mating Behavior and Reproduction, The Lost Decade, Growing Up, The Incredible Journey, Sea Turtles and Humans, Families and Species, Watching Sea Turtles, Appendices, Bibliography, Index. Detailed descriptions of the Green Sea Turtle, Loggerhead Turtle, Hawksbill Turtle, Olive Ridley Turtle, Kemp's Ridley Turtle, Australian Flatback Turtle, and the Leatherback Turtle are included, as is a chapter on watching sea turtles from land and from the water. Annotation. Perrine, a writer and photographer specializing in marine life, offers an in-depth look at the natural history of sea turtles and details efforts to preserve them in this guide for general readers. Those who would like to watch sea turtles in their natural habitat will find information on the best land and water locations for observing them. A wealth of color photos highlights species diversity and the sea turtle's relationships with fish (and divers).

Author : Patricia Brennan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Reptiles
ISBN : 0716614510

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Sea Turtles and Other Shelled Reptiles by Patricia Brennan Pdf

Questions and answers explore the world of animals.

Author : Carl H. Ernst,Jeffrey E. Lovich
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 840 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2009-06-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780801891212

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Turtles of the United States and Canada by Carl H. Ernst,Jeffrey E. Lovich Pdf

Winner, 2011 Book Award, The Wildlife Society2009 Outstanding Academic Title, Choice Ernst and Lovich’s thoroughly revised edition of this classic reference provides the most updated information ever assembled on the natural histories of North American turtles. From diminutive mud turtles to giant alligator snappers, two of North America’s most prominent experts describe the turtles that live in the fresh, brackish, and marine waters north of Mexico. Incorporating the explosion of new scientific information published on turtles over the past fifteen years—including the identification of four new species—Ernst and Lovich supply comprehensive coverage of all fifty-eight species, with discussions of conservation status and recovery efforts. Each species account contains information on identification, genetics, fossil record, distribution, geographic variation, habitat, behavior, reproduction, biology, growth and longevity, food habits, populations, predators, and conservation status. The book includes range maps for freshwater and terrestrial species, a glossary of scientific names, an extensive bibliography for further research, and an index to scientific and common names. Logically organized and richly illustrated—with more than two hundred color photographs and fifty-two maps—Turtles of the United States and Canada remains the standard for libraries, museums, nature centers, field biologists, and professional and amateur herpetologists alike.

Author : James R. Spotila
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2004-11-12
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780801880070

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Sea Turtles by James R. Spotila Pdf

Marine biologist James R. Spotila has spent much of his life unraveling the mysteries of these graceful creatures and working to ensure their survival. In "Sea Turtles," he offers a comprehensive and compelling account of their history and life cycle based on the most recent scientific data and suggests what we can be done to save them. Illustrated with stunning, full-color photographs. 0-808-8007-6$24.95 / Johns Hopkins University Press

Author : Turtle Taxonomy Working Group,Anders G. J. Rhodin,John B. Iverson,Roger Bour,Uwe Fritz,Arthur Georges,H. Bradley Shaffer,Peter Paul van Dijk
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2021-12-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0991036840

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Turtles of the World: Annotated Checklist and Atlas of Taxonomy, Synonymy, Distribution, and Conservation Status (9th Ed.) by Turtle Taxonomy Working Group,Anders G. J. Rhodin,John B. Iverson,Roger Bour,Uwe Fritz,Arthur Georges,H. Bradley Shaffer,Peter Paul van Dijk Pdf

Author : Yun Rou
Publisher : Mango Media Inc.
Page : 219 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2020-04-14
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781642502725

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Turtle Planet by Yun Rou Pdf

The author and Daoist monk shares a beautiful depiction of the natural world—and a powerful plea for preserving our planet—in this philosophical tale. This unique work of philosophical fiction explores the wonders and suffering of the world through the eyes of eighteen exotic turtles. In this vividly imaginative way, Monk Yun Rou asks readers to consider the intimate bond between humans and animals: the wisdom they teach us, the wounds they can heal, and the role we play in their destruction. Drawing on fifty years of loving and husbanding turtles, from the car-sized giant Leatherback turtle to the Central Asian tortoise, Monk Yun Rou sounds the alarm of what climate change, global extinction, human intervention, and environmental devastation really mean to their worlds and to ours. An informational glossary and description of each turtle is provided at the end of the book.

Author : David Alderton,Tony Tilford
Publisher : Facts on File
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0816052158

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Turtles and Tortoises of the World by David Alderton,Tony Tilford Pdf

Praise for the previous edition: "An excellent source for research. Highly recommended."—The Book Report While reptiles often receive an ambivalent reaction from the public, turtles and tortoises are surely the exception. People have kept them as pets for centuries and their affection for these creatures with attractively colored shells is reflected in art, literature, and popular culture. Turtles and Tortoises of the World fills a significant gap in available literature on the chelonia turtles, tortoises, and terrapins. Noted naturalist David Alderton presents a comprehensive account of these fascinating creatures, featuring recent chelonian research. The information on lifestyle, habitat, distribution, and human involvement is clear and easy to read. Enhanced by informative maps, as well as many color and black-and-white photographs, this volume emphasizes turtles' and tortoises' diversity of form and adaptability for survival.

Author : Kirsten Chang
Publisher : Bellwether Media
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2019-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781648342912

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Turtle or Tortoise? by Kirsten Chang Pdf

All tortoises are turtles, but what sets tortoises apart from their fellow family members? Side-by side-comparisons and clear photos take young learners through various physical and behavioral differences between turtles and tortoises in this low-level title. Discover what makes each reptile unique!

Author : Wallace J. Nichols,Brad Nahill,Melissa Gaskill
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2014-03-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781623491741

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A Worldwide Travel Guide to Sea Turtles by Wallace J. Nichols,Brad Nahill,Melissa Gaskill Pdf

Sea turtle populations around the world are endangered, and in recent years tourism has been a critical element in worldwide efforts to save them. More travelers seek meaningful experiences that bring them close to nature and wildlife, and opportunities to interact with and help sea turtles now exist at locations around the globe, from remote beaches to urban labs. In A Worldwide Travel Guide to Sea Turtles, a scientist, a conservationist, and a journalist have come together to provide a guide to the places where people can view sea turtles and participate in authentic conservation projects. Covering five continents and including the South Pacific and Caribbean, the authors direct readers to the parks, reserves, and research sites where they can responsibly observe turtles in the wild, especially nesting beaches where people can see female sea turtles lay eggs and hatchlings make their harrowing journey from nest to sea. Options for on-site lodging and other amenities are included, if available, as well as details of other nearby attractions that travelers may wish to include in their itineraries.

Author : Justine Fontes,Ron Fontes
Publisher : Golden Books
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2000-12-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0307960072

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How the Turtle Got Its Shell by Justine Fontes,Ron Fontes Pdf

Delightful retellings of turtle tales from around the world, plus fun facts about turtles, are sure to please all turtle fans.

Author : Whit Gibbons,Judy Greene
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2009-12-21
Category : Nature
ISBN : STANFORD:36105133170204

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Turtles by Whit Gibbons,Judy Greene Pdf

With a friendly mix of scientific analysis and basic encyclopedic coverage, Gibbons and Greene discuss a broad range of turtle topics, including behavior, ecology, reproduction and development, turtle-human relationships, and the appearance of turtles in popular literature.