Author(s): Australian Herpetological Society

Animals

From carpet pythons in the rafters to skinks climbing up the walls, this eye-catching, entertaining and informative book is both a guide book and a collection of images and accompanying stories of reptiles living in close proximity to humans in urban environments. It includes eye-open- ing photography and fascinating and sometimes hair-raising tales of the animals’ interactions with humans. The book is split into three parts, and the first will comprise an ‘Urban Reptile Guide’, showcasing around 50 of the most common reptile and amphibian species that reside in town and city locations, giving species notes on these animals. Part two will focus on ‘Encounters with Reptiles’ and will be crammed with the most amazing stories from snake-catchers around Australia. And the final section, ‘Us and Them’, highlights urban expansion, how humans are living with reptiles and vice versa, and different conservation projects in place to help make space for these animals. All-in-all this book is a fascinating read and is packed with memorable tales and images. It will appeal to nature-lovers everywhere and to anyone curious as to which fascinating critters might be lurking in and around the house and garden shed!