Swan's Field Guide
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Gerry Swan is one of the most knowledgeable herpetologists concerning the species in New South Wales. In this well-illustrated book (with many photos by son Geoffrey), Swan provides basic introductory data on reptiles, snakebite treatment, and a catalog of the commoner snakes and lizards in the state. Each account provides common and scientific names, description, distribution in NSW, habitat, habits (abbreviated), reproduction, diet, venom status, and references, plus a map and photo. This is a five-star field guide, and we can hardly wait to see the revised version.

--Robert G. Sprackland, Ph.D.