A tribute to the reptiles and amphibians of Australia and New Zealand
Australian Herpetological Society2019
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This book showcases 125 of the best photography ever assembled of the countries most spectacular reptiles and frogs, from the Tuatara to the Cape York Graceful Tree Frog, and from the Amethystine Python to the Starred Gecko.Twenty-five of the best photographers specialising in herpetology each submitted five of their most awe-inspiring images, culminating in a unique and captivating publication. The contributor accounts read like an adventurers diary, with tales of hardship, sacrifice, skill and plain old good luck that were needed in order to find and photograph these amazing beasts. Structured like a glorified field guide, this beautiful book includes details of each species natural history and distribution. For each image, photographic technical specifications are highlighted, while the story behind the image takes you alongside the photographer for each shot. Come along and enjoy the adventure.
Main title:
A tribute to the reptiles and amphibians of Australia and New Zealand / The Australian Herpetological Society ; edited by Chris Williams and Chelsea Maier.
Imprint:
Wahroonga, NSW : Reed New Holland, 2019.
Collation:
272 pages : colour illustrations, maps ; 23 x 25 cm.
Notes:
Includes index.
ISBN:
9781925546590
Dewey class:
597.9099597.9
Language:
English
Subject:
Reptiles -- Australia -- Pictorial worksReptiles -- New Zealand -- Pictorial worksAmphibians -- Australia -- Pictorial worksAmphibians -- New Zealand -- Pictorial worksReptiles -- Australia -- Identification -- Pictorial worksReptiles -- New Zealand -- Identification -- Pictorial worksAmphibians -- Australia -- Identification -- Pictorial worksAmphibians -- New Zealand -- Identification -- Pictorial worksWildlife photographersWildlife photography
BRN:
364653
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandringham Library | Adult Non Fiction - Animals | 597.9 TRI | Available |