"The Guide to Colorado Reptiles and Amphibians is a full-color identification guide to the snakes, turtles, lizards, frogs, toads, and salamanders of the Colorado region. Excellent photography of each species along with easy-to-use field ID guidelines, and notes on the habitat and distribution of various species...A handful of fascinating general facts, such as the origin of the light-sensitive vestigial “third eye” on the back of various lizards’ heads, round out this excellent, user-friendly field guide.”

“This guide to Colorado’s reptiles and amphibians presents both the common and scientific names for a multitude of species along with field ID specifics, habitat, field notes and legal status. Excellent photographs and maps of the species’ geographical distribution appear throughout. Young is a nature writer with twelve books to her credit. A glossary and list of relevant organizations and websites is provided.”