Goannas: The Biology of Varanid LizardsThe goanna's ubiquity and sometimes brazen behaviour has made them a familiar favourite with generations of Australian bushwalkers, campers, and picnickers. This updated editon brings together the fascintating natural history of these ancient animals and other members of the family Varanidae, which includes the world's largest lizard, the Komodo dragon. |
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Bibliographic information
| Title | Goannas: The Biology of Varanid Lizards Australian natural history series, ISSN 1447-8781 |
| Authors | Dennis King, Brian Green |
| Edition | illustrated |
| Publisher | UNSW Press, 1999 |
| ISBN | 086840456X, 9780868404561 |
| Length | 116 pages |
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