Ever pondered the flash of scales that keeps disappearing under the back fence?

City Wildlife Guide: Reptiles of Sydney is the ultimate starting point for anyone interested in the reptiles around them, whether it's a fascination fueled by fear or a curiosity born of love.

Written by Chris Williams, President of the Australian Herpetological Society (herpetology is the study of reptiles!) and Tim Faulkner, Owner and Director of the Australian Reptile Park, it's a guide based in expert knowledge, but shaped to be approachable for anyone.

Pocket-sized, yet packed with over 70 species, it covers everything from ID features to habitat, seasonal behaviour and fun facts. Take the time to learn, and you'll quickly warm to Sydney's most misunderstood inhabitants.

Chris Williams & Tim Faulkner | The Australian Herpetological Society | ahs.org.au