Burlington Public Library

Become an eyewitness to how reptiles sense the world, move and use camouflage in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of these scaly creatures. Children will be mesmerized by the many different types of reptile species, from small pets to large crocodiles

Explains how to identify venomous snakes and their harmless cousins, where to find a 200-pound lizard, how to avoid becoming an alligator's lunch and features snake fangs, alligator claws, and turtle shells--all life-size! "Snake fangs, alligator claws, and turtle shells-- all life-size! Go belly down on the ground, eye to reptilian eye, with acclaimed naturalist Jim Arnosky. Through large gatefolds and marvelously detailed, realistic art, he takes...

Introduces the letters of the alphabet by describing a reptile for each letter, from the armadillo lizard to the dinosaurs of a zillion years ago.

Answers such questions about reptiles as why do snakes stare, are frogs and newts reptiles, and which reptile lives longest.

What is so super about salamanders? Read about these interesting amphibians and decide for yourself!

Learn about the unique characteristics and challenges of this rare, endangered turtle.