Reptile color/genetics book?

I am looking for a certain book that was recommended to me, can't recall the name. With the name I was able to find it on Amazon but I can't find it now since I don't know the name. It was specifically about the genetics of specific color morphs, recessive/dominant genes, etc and was written by a Dr. So-and-so. Cover price was roughly $85. Anyone know the book I am talking about? Name, author or ISBN would be greatly appreciated.

I believe you're looking for "Reptile and Amphibian Variants" Colors, Patterns, and Scales by H. Bernard Bechtel Krieger Publishing. Too lazy to get out my glasses to read the ISBN number

That's it, thanks.

Btw, anyone have this? Recommend it or is there a better book that is similar?

I just purchased my copy two days ago at IRBA show in Pomona!!! Was funny when I saw your post because I had also heard about this book awhile back from a couple different people that I had been discussing the color genetics of chondros. Thankfully, one of those friends was with me at the show and when at book table of local herp society and I rememered to ask him once again the name. I was so happy they had a "special" on it of $35 with only one copy... I snapped it up immediately!! Best deal of the day for me for sure.

I think the target audience for this pretty detailed scientific book is fairly small, but those of us with interest in the subject matter are thrilled to have such an excellent book at fingertips!

Originally Posted by luvchondros

I just purchased my copy two days ago at IRBA show in Pomona!!! Was funny when I saw your post because I had also heard about this book awhile back from a couple different people that I had been discussing the color genetics of chondros. Thankfully, one of those friends was with me at the show and when at book table of local herp society and I rememered to ask him once again the name. I was so happy they had a "special" on it of $35 with only one copy... I snapped it up immediately!! Best deal of the day for me for sure.

I think the target audience for this pretty detailed scientific book is fairly small, but those of us with interest in the subject matter are thrilled to have such an excellent book at fingertips!

Certainly not a NY Times best seller. But for those of us that ARE that nerdy it should be a great book. Got a copy on order from Amazon used for $39.50, list there was $67 or so. I think it used to be $85 or something.

Richard / Cathy,
Just wondering if either of you have had the opportunity to get into the book yet? This subject matter interests me as well - would either / both of you recommend the book?

Thanks,

Originally Posted by Mike Greathouse

Richard / Cathy,
Just wondering if either of you have had the opportunity to get into the book yet? This subject matter interests me as well - would either / both of you recommend the book?

Thanks,

I haven't read much of it but would certainly recommend it based on what I have looked at so far. Look on Amazon for the book, I was lucky enough to find one "used" in their marketplace for $40. It looked to be brand new when I got it and was shrinkwrapped, looked like it was never opened.

Richard,
Thank you - I'll check it out.

I got this book a few years ago. My reptile vet had an extra one, & decided to let me keep it. It's a great book, although a tad bit outdated since there are so many other morphs that have come out in the past few years. I'd definitely recommend it, though.
-Prttyhtmchn