Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of the San Diego Region - California Natural History Guides No. 89 colorado desert wildflowers and end notes full of

and end notes full of intriguing bits of information add interest that will extend the life of the book well into the new millennium

providing a holistic overview on geography

There are tables for trail junctions

Routes for all skill levels

An introductory chapter summarizes the history of California before 1850 and describes California's government

Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of the San Diego Region - California Natural History Guides No. 89 colorado desert wildflowers and end notes full ofWith its varied topography of coast, mountains, and desert, the San Diego region, considered one of the worlds biodiversity hotspots, boasts a rich variety of amphibians and reptilesfrom the arboreal salamander to the green sea turtle to the secretive San Diego banded gecko and the red diamond rattlesnake. More than a field guide, this up to date, authoritative, conservation oriented book is the first comprehensive resource on the herpetofauna of the