Handbook of Reptiles and Amphibians of Florida: Lizards, Turtles, & Crocodilians (Part 2)

Explore the rich biological diversity of the Sunshine State with Handbook of Reptiles and Amphibians of Florida: Lizards, Turtles, & Crocodilians (Part 2) by Ray E. Ashton and Patricia Sawyer Ashton. Selected by scholars as a culturally important work and part of the general knowledge base of civilization, this comprehensive field guide remains an essential resource for identifying and understanding Florida’s native and introduced squamates, testudines, and crocodilians.

Carefully proofread and republished in a durable hardcover edition to preserve historical integrity while ensuring a seamless modern reading experience, this volume blends original graphical elements with clear, readable typography. From native geckos and skinks to invasive lizards, freshwater turtles, and the iconic American alligator, the Ashtons provide clear species accounts, environmental context, and identification keys valuable to field researchers and regional wildlife lovers alike.

Why We Love It:

• Durable Hardcover Reference: A classic, culturally significant text restored for modern readers in a sturdy library-quality binding with clear typeface and original graphical elements.
• Comprehensive Regional Scope: Detailed focus on the unique ecology, identification features, and habitats of Florida’s lizards, turtles, and crocodilians.
• Essential Florida Wildlife Guide: Perfect for tracking native species as well as understanding the historical context of Florida's ever-shifting reptile populations.

Perfect For: Field naturalists, Florida wildlife enthusiasts, herpetologists, researchers, environmental educators, and collectors of historic nature guides.

Product Specs:

• Authors: Ray E. Ashton, Patricia Sawyer Ashton
• Format: Hardcover
• Number of Pages: 202
• Dimensions: 0.50" x 9.21" x 6.14"
• Publication Date: September 09, 2021
• Subject: Herpetology / Regional Field Guides / Reptiles of Florida