This easy-to-use identification guide to the 150 reptile species most commonly seen in Sri Lanka is perfect for resident and visitor alike.
High-quality photographs from the authors are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include size, distribution, habits and habitat.
The user-friendly introduction covers fascinating information on folklore associated with reptiles, snake topography, how to deal with snake bites and a glossary.
Also included is an all-important checklist of all of the reptiles of Sri Lanka encompassing, for each species, its common and scientific name, and its IUCN status.
John Beaufoy Publishing A naturalist's guide to the reptiles of sri lanka, paperback/kanishka ukuwela
