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The Running Press book of turtles /

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of various North American turtles and discusses their relationship to humans in myth and reality. Also includes information on caring for turtles as pets.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Nicholls, Richard, 1949-
Other Authors:	Miller, Verlin
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Philadelphia : Running Press, [1977]
Subjects:	Turtles > North America. Reptiles > North America. Turtles. Reptiles.

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