Turtles of the world a guide to every family / Jeffrey E. Lovich and Whit Gibbons.

Author/creator Lovich, Jeffrey E.
Other author Gibbons, Whit, 1939-
Format Electronic
Publication InfoPrinceton, New Jersey : Princeton University Press, [2021]
Description240 pages : illustrations (colour), maps (colour) ; 24 cm
Supplemental ContentFull text available from eBooks on EBSCOhost
Subjects
Turtles--Pictorial works.
Turtles--Identification.
Turtles

Contents The turtle families -- Suborder Cryptodira -- Suborder Pleurodira.
Abstract "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"--Publisher's description.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Issued in other formebook version: Lovich, Jeffrey E. Turtles of the world. Princeton : Princeton University Press, 2021 0691229031
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2021937966
ISBN9780691223223 (hardback)
ISBN069122322X (hardback)

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