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Turtles of the World

Author : Jeffrey E. Lovich
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 0691229031
Total Pages : 452 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (912 download)

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Download or read book Turtles of the World written by Jeffrey E. Lovich and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2021-12-07 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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

Turtles of the World

Author : Franck Bonin
Publisher : JHU Press
ISBN 13 : 9780801884962
Total Pages : 428 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (849 download)

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Download or read book Turtles of the World written by Franck Bonin and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Sea Turtles of the World

Author :
Publisher : Voyageur Press (MN)
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 158 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Sea Turtles of the World written by and published by Voyageur Press (MN). This book was released on 2003 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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).

TURTLES OF THE WORLD

Author : Carl H. Ernst
Publisher : Smithsonian Books (DC)
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 350 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (318 download)

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Download or read book TURTLES OF THE WORLD written by Carl H. Ernst and published by Smithsonian Books (DC). This book was released on 1989-06-17 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Guide to the world's 257 turtle species with reproductive and ecological information.

Sea Turtles and Other Shelled Reptiles

Author : Patricia Brennan
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780716614517
Total Pages : 64 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (145 download)

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Download or read book Sea Turtles and Other Shelled Reptiles written by Patricia Brennan and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Questions and answers explore the world of animals.

Sea Turtles

Author : James R. Spotila
Publisher : JHU Press
ISBN 13 : 0801880076
Total Pages : 254 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book Sea Turtles written by James R. Spotila and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2004-11-12 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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

Turtles of the United States and Canada

Author : Carl H. Ernst
Publisher : JHU Press
ISBN 13 : 0801891213
Total Pages : 840 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book Turtles of the United States and Canada written by Carl H. Ernst and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2009-06-15 with total page 840 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Schildkröten Der Welt

Author : Holger Vetter
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9783930612826
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (128 download)

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Download or read book Schildkröten Der Welt written by Holger Vetter and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Sea Turtles

Author : Jeff Ripple
Publisher : Voyageur Press (MN)
ISBN 13 : 0896583155
Total Pages : 88 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (965 download)

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Download or read book Sea Turtles written by Jeff Ripple and published by Voyageur Press (MN). This book was released on 1996 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Profiles every species fo sea turtle and discusses their general characteristics, habitats, and conservation efforts being made on their behalf.

A Worldwide Travel Guide to Sea Turtles

Author : Wallace J. Nichols
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
ISBN 13 : 1623491746
Total Pages : 237 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (234 download)

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Download or read book A Worldwide Travel Guide to Sea Turtles written by Wallace J. Nichols and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2014-03-25 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Turtles and Tortoises of the World

Author : David Alderton
Publisher : Facts on File
ISBN 13 : 9780816052158
Total Pages : 191 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (521 download)

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Download or read book Turtles and Tortoises of the World written by David Alderton and published by Facts on File. This book was released on 2003 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Turtles of the World: Annotated Checklist and Atlas of Taxonomy, Synonymy, Distribution, and Conservation Status (9th Ed.)

Author : Turtle Taxonomy Working Group
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780991036844
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (368 download)

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Download or read book Turtles of the World: Annotated Checklist and Atlas of Taxonomy, Synonymy, Distribution, and Conservation Status (9th Ed.) written by Turtle Taxonomy Working Group and published by . This book was released on 2021-12-30 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Turtles, Tortoises and Terrapins

Author : Ronald Isaac Orenstein
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 328 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (318 download)

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Download or read book Turtles, Tortoises and Terrapins written by Ronald Isaac Orenstein and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book surveys the myriad of turtle anatomy, habitat, & life cycles throughout the ages. Project director of the International Wildlife Coalition, Orenstein presents a popular book about turtles, the term he uses for almost all marine, aquatic, and terrestrial species of the order Testudines. His own background is in ornithology rather than herpetology, but his work in wildlife conservation has made him aware of the plight of turtles throughout the world, and hopes people will help protect them if they get to know them a little better. He includes many color photographs. Turtles, almost alone among reptiles, have earned both human interest and affection. Our fascination with turtles, though, has not helped them much. Sought after for food, as pets, and for tortoiseshell, their habitats under attack on land and sea, turtle populations are in decline around the world. Understanding turtles is not only interesting, but also important. Turtles, tortoises, and terrapins have been on earth since the Triassic Period, approximately 200 million years ago. Their exact origins are uncertain, though - it is still unclear from which group of reptiles turtles sprang. Although the earliest fossils are clearly turtles, their anatomy has changed dramatically over time. In addition, turtle species vary greatly in such basic characteristics as anatomy and habitat preferences. Turtles, Tortoises and Terrapins surveys the myriad of turtle anatomy, habitat, and life cycles throughout the ages. Human activities on the land and at sea pose the greatest threat that turtles have faced in the last 200 million years. The battle to save turtles goes on, and this book provides an important voice in turtle ecology. Turtles, Tortoises and Terrapins is the perfect resource for anyone interested in all facets of these amazing and diverse reptiles.

Voyage of the Turtle

Author : Carl Safina
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company
ISBN 13 : 1429900865
Total Pages : 428 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (299 download)

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Download or read book Voyage of the Turtle written by Carl Safina and published by Henry Holt and Company. This book was released on 2007-04-01 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of an ancient sea turtle and what its survival says about our future, from the award-winning writer and naturalist Though nature is indifferent to the struggles of her creatures, the human effect on them is often premeditated. The distressing decline of sea turtles in Pacific waters and their surprising recovery in the Atlantic illuminate what can go both wrong and right from our interventions, and teach us the lessons that can be applied to restore health to the world's oceans and its creatures. As Voyage of the Turtle, Carl Safina's compelling natural history adventure makes clear, the fate of the astonishing leatherback turtle, whose ancestry can be traced back 125 million years, is in our hands. Writing with verve and color, Safina describes how he and his colleagues track giant pelagic turtles across the world's oceans and onto remote beaches of every continent. As scientists apply lessons learned in the Atlantic and Caribbean to other endangered seas, Safina follows leatherback migrations, including a thrilling journey from Monterey, California, to nesting grounds on the most remote beaches of Papua, New Guinea. The only surviving species of its genus, family, and suborder, the leatherback is an evolutionary marvel: a "reptile" that behaves like a warm-blooded dinosaur, an ocean animal able to withstand colder water than most fishes and dive deeper than any whale. In his peerless prose, Safina captures the delicate interaction between these gentle giants and the humans who are finally playing a significant role in their survival. "Magnificent . . . A joyful, hopeful book. Safina gives us ample reasons to be enthralled by this astonishing ancient animal—and ample reasons to care." -- The Los Angeles Times

Sea Turtles

Author : Stanley L. Swartz
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780768503531
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (35 download)

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Download or read book Sea Turtles written by Stanley L. Swartz and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 24 visually compelling, factual texts to support your classroom guided reading program Fantastic underwater photography by award-winning photographer Robert Yin complements a predictable text structure that is suitable for the beginning reader Leveled books that encourage children to acces and interpret information for specific purposes These books are suitable for beginning readers as well as struggling readers in grades 4 & 5

Sea Turtles of the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts of the United States

Author : Carol Ruckdeschel
Publisher : University of Georgia Press
ISBN 13 : 082034446X
Total Pages : 151 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (23 download)

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Download or read book Sea Turtles of the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts of the United States written by Carol Ruckdeschel and published by University of Georgia Press. This book was released on 2012-03-15 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by two of the Southeast's foremost authorities on sea turtle conservation, this is an accessible, fully illustrated guide to the species that frequent the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts of the United States. No one who encounters a sea turtle soon forgets it. The leatherback, for instance, can grow to huge proportions, commonly approaching eight feet in length and more than half a ton in weight. Powerful swimmers, they are also among the deepest divers of all air-breathing sea creatures. Despite these assets, the survival of the leatherback, like that of all sea turtle species, is under constant threat from commercial fishing operations, overdevelopment of nesting grounds, pollution, and predation by introduced species. The guide opens with comprehensive coverage of the sea turtle's evolution, juvenile and adult life cycles, nesting, diet and feeding, disease and parasites, predators, and conservation issues. Each subsequent chapter is dedicated to a particular turtle species: loggerhead, leatherback, Kemp's ridley, green sea turtle, hawksbill, and olive ridley. The account of each species describes distribution, habitats, general appearance, life history and behavior, and conservation. For each species, photographs of hatchlings and adults and a map showing distribution and migration provide further information. Sea turtles have been swimming the seas for one hundred million years. Yet all of the species in this book—indeed, all sea turtles worldwide—are on U.S. and international endangered lists. Biologists Carol Ruckdeschel and C. Robert Shoop have dedicated their careers to learning about sea turtles—and to ensuring that we understand that we are stakeholders in the fate of these ancient creatures. With this guide in hand, readers will be better equipped to understand sea turtle biology and support sea turtle conservation efforts.

Turtle or Tortoise?

Author : Kirsten Chang
Publisher : Bellwether Media
ISBN 13 : 1648342914
Total Pages : 24 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (483 download)

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Download or read book Turtle or Tortoise? written by Kirsten Chang and published by Bellwether Media. This book was released on 2019-08-01 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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!