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An indispensable map to neotropical snakes. A landmark reference for specialists.Catalogue Of The Neotropical Squamata Part I. Snakes, by A. Peters, James, stands as a methodical reptile species catalogue and practical neotropical snake reference: systematic entries and precise nomenclatural treatments make it as useful in the field as at the desk. It reads like a compact herpetology field guide and a rigorous snake identification manual, bringing focus to south american reptiles and the wider canvas of latin american wildlife. Meticulous in scope yet readable in tone, the volume supports zoological taxonomy of snakes and delivers the verifiable detail that researchers, curators and serious enthusiasts require. Its calm, exact voice guides the reader through names, ranges and taxonomic relationships without flourish, so the work functions as both a scientific research resource and a comprehensive squamata guide that rewards quick consultation and patient study alike. Ideal for naturalists cataloguing local fauna or for museums assembling reference holdings, it belongs in any academic biology collection or museum natural history reference shelf.Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today – a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. A touchstone of 20th century herpetology, it remains an essential point of reference for taxonomists and field biologists tracing species histories and distributions. Casual readers interested in latin american wildlife will be drawn by the clarity of its observations; classic-literature collectors and institutional librarians will value its archival resonance and scholarly pedigree. As both a usable field companion and a cultural document, the book bridges practical identification needs and the museum-grade scholarship of a bygone scientific era, making it a rewarding acquisition for anyone curating a collection of natural history or pursuing serious study of neotropical snakes. LangueenVersionBrochéDate de sortie initiale02 décembre 2020Nombre de pages356

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James A Peters

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Braulio Orejas-Miranda

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Alpha Editions

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