The Reptiles and Amphibians of Alabama is the only comprehensive book about the state`s 182 species and subspecies of snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, and salamanders. Generously illustrated, it contains photographs and range maps for each species, showing the specific locality from which each specimen on record was collected. The text includes keys, detailed descriptions, accounts of habitats and life histories, remarks and variations and ecological disturbances, as well as general information on such topics as collecting and care in captivity. This book is an essential guide for herpetologists of all ages.