Turtles of the World

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A Guide to Every Family

By Dr. Whit Gibbons and Jeffrey E. Lovich

Series: A Guide to Every Family

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Turtles of the World by Dr. Whit Gibbons and Jeffrey E. Lovich offers a comprehensive exploration of turtle species across the globe. It delves into their fascinating adaptations, behaviours, and habitats, providing readers with a vivid insight into the diversity and ecological significance of these unique reptiles. The book serves as an essential resource for both enthusiasts and researchers interested in turtle conservation and natural history.
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If you have a passion for nature, this book offers an engaging exploration of turtle species across the globe, blending scientific insight with beautiful imagery. Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and those curious about these fascinating reptiles, it provides a comprehensive look at turtle conservation and their varied habitats.

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Turtles of the World reveals the extraordinary diversity of these amazing reptiles. Characterised 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 colour 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 colour photos
Each profile features a distribution map, table of information, and commentary
Broad coverage includes every family and genus

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Turtles of the World by Dr. Whit Gibbons and Jeffrey E. Lovich receives praise for its superb illustrations and comprehensive coverage of turtle species. Reviewers highlight its accessibility and authoritative content, appealing to both casual readers and enthusiasts. The book's engaging presentation and focus on the ecological significance and conservation challenges facing turtles make it a valuable resource.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780691223223

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 December 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Princeton University Press

Illustration: 250+ color photos.

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 171.0mm

Height: 238.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 240

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Dr. Whit Gibbons Education & Reference Jeffrey E. Lovich Non-Fiction Science & Nature Series: A Guide to Every Family

About the Author

Jeffrey E. Lovich is a research ecologist with the U.S. Geological Survey, Southwest Biological Science Center. His books include two editions of Turtles of the United States and Canada. Whit Gibbons is professor emeritus of ecology at the University of Georgia and former head of the Environmental Outreach and Education program at the Savannah River Ecology Laboratory. His books include Snakes of the Eastern United States. The species of turtle Graptemys gibbonsi is named in his honor.