Chameleons of Southern Africa

Chameleons are fascinating creatures: they evoke a strong response in people, be it delight and wonder or fear. "Chameleons of Southern Africa" explores this interesting group of lizards and discusses their unusual and intriguing characteristics.

The book presents and overview of all types of chameleons (of which there are up to 160 species), their history, geographic distribution (restricted mainly to Madagascar and Africa), reproduction, behaviour and their relationships to one another. And there's a comprehensive identification guide to all southern African species - some 25 have been identified to date - together with distribution maps and colourful photographs of their many features and guises.

For interested students, gardeners, naturalists and even just the curious, "Chameleons of Southern Africa" is an essential guide to these captivating lizards.