Crocodiles : biology, husbandry and diseases [

"This book is a reference on the biology, management and health of crocodiles, alligators and gharials. It is applicable to both farmed and captive animals. The introductory chapter describes crocodilian anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and behaviour. ne chapter is devoted to important aspects...

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Main Author: Huchzermeyer, F. W. [ (Fritz W.)] (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Wallingford, Oxfordshire, UK : CABI , 2003
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Online Access:https://www.cabi.org/cabebooks/FullTextPDF/2003/20033077525.pdf

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