Reptiles of Ecuador takes readers on a scientific and immersive journey through one of the most biodiverse countries on Earth, exploring the remarkable reptiles that inhabit its Pacific coast, Andes, Amazon Basin, and Galápagos Islands. From snakes and lizards to turtles, tortoises, and crocodilians, the book examines how Ecuador's extraordinary geography, climate, altitude, forests, wetlands, rivers, and islands have shaped reptile diversity and evolution.

Across 75 chapters, the book explores species diversity, habitats, behavior, adaptation, island evolution, ecological relationships, conservation challenges, scientific research methods, and modern tools used to study reptiles. It also places Ecuador's reptile fauna within a broader global context, examining the importance of biodiversity research and conservation for the future.

Written for adult and young adult readers interested in wildlife and science, Reptiles of Ecuador combines natural history, ecology, evolutionary biology, and conservation to reveal the often-hidden world of Ecuador's reptiles and the ecological roles they play.

REPTILES OF ECUADOR A Journey Through the Snakes, Lizards, Turtles, Tortoises, Crocodilians, and the Reptile Kingdoms of a Megadiverse Country

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