Pictorial Field Guide: Turtles of South Asia

Contents: Information.  Preface.   Abbreviations and acronyms. Glossary.   Turtles of South Asia. I. Introduction. 1. How to use this book. 2. Turtle record in South Asia. 3. Turtle identification. II. Turtle and tortoise survey technique. 3. Turtle species profiles. 4. Freshwater hardshell turtle. 5. Tortoise. 6. Softshell turtle. References. Annexes: 1. Checklist of turtles of South Asia. 2. Turtle monitoring survey. 3. Turtle nesting survey. 4. Turtle morphometric survey. 5. Index.

Pictorial Field Guide: Turtles of South Asia is a comprehensive guide to the freshwater turtles and tortoises of the area. The texts have been completely written and includes the illustrations and maps.

• Covers species recorded in South Asia and includes distribution maps for the species.
• 48 colour plates illustrating 48 species, with text on facing pages for quick and easy reference.
• Concise text covering geographical range, size, identification keys, habits, habitats, reproduction and threats.
• In addition, freshwater turtle and tortoise survey technique with field sheets.