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"A Guide to the Reptiles of Southern Africa" by Johan Marais & Graham Alexander
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Southern Africa is home to a remarkably diverse and rich reptile fauna. A Guide to the Reptiles of Southern Africa introduces the 517 species currently described in the region, arranged into three main groups - snakes and lizards, crocodiles, and shelled reptiles. Drawing on the latest scientific research, the authors introduce the book with a discussion of reptile identification, diversity, biology, distribution patterns, and where to find and observe them, as well as unravelling the facts and fallacies of snakebite.
Written in a lively and accessible way, the subsequent chapters offer insight into:
• Identification to group level, with an inclusive list of related species;
• A detailed description of appearance, together with colourful images;
• Biology and behaviour of each group;
• Conservation status of species;
• Reproduction details;
• Distribution.
Informative panels provide key information at a glance, with a distribution map and clear icons giving typical habitat and period of activity. A wealth of full-colour photographs throughout brings the subject matter vividly to life. This book will appeal to all wildlife enthusiasts, both professional and amateur, and will prove to be a valuable guide in the field.
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Johan Marais
Johan Marais is an entrepreneur, naturalist and photographer who has contributed significantly to reptile conservation. He has lectured widely on the topic, is past chairman of the Herpetological Association of Africa, serves as a member of the Crocodile Specialist Group (Species Survival Commission) of the World Conservation Union and is chairperson of the SA Reptile Conservation Assessment. Marais has authored books (including the best-selling A Complete Guide to the Snakes of Southern Africa), papers and articles. He is currently registered for a Masters Degree at the University of the Witwatersrand.
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Graham Alexander
Graham Alexander is an associate professor at the University of Witwatersrand, where he lectures and supervises postgraduate students. He has authored many scientific papers and popular articles, and his research has been the subject of documentaries on television. Alexander served as editor of the African Journal of Herpetology and associate editor of African Zoology, and has been curator at FitzSimons’ Snake Park and of the herpetology division at the State Museum in Windhoek. |
| Launch of "A Guide to the Reptiles of Southern Africa" at Cape Town |
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| Bill Branch, Aaron Bauer, Johan Marais & Graham Alexander during the launch of the new book in Cape Town |
Marius Burger with Johan Marais at the book launch |
More Book Launch pictures here....
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