Patricia Bartlett (1)

I read this book quite a bit. When I bought my Gecko the store didn't really give me any information on how to set up his terrarium, other than it needed to be warm during the day a cooler at night. So reading this book helped me set up a home for my little guy that was more like what it should have been to start with.

There was lots of information that I found interesting but would never use (like how to breed geckos). I think this was a very good guide and in the future if I am in need of another pet keeper's guide I will turn to Barron's for it.… (mehr)

two copies. As a herpetologist in Florida, and one which deals with the public about snakes, excellent layman referenc with well-chosen photos, responsible research; not sensationalistic or fear-inducing; succeeds in presenting serious and balanced info about a subject which often engenders bias. I give a copy to snakebitten people at the hospital when i've been called to pick up the snake. I also use on-site after I've captured a snake in a home to recommend adults/kids get a copy (and one other book) if they want to learn more.… (mehr)