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Herpetology - Definition and Overview
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Herpetology is the branch of zoology concerned with the study of reptiles and amphibians including their classification, ecology, behavior, physiology, anatomy, and paleontology. The etymology of the term is the Greek word herpeton which means "to creep".

See also Important publications in herpetology


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wadeiscompton: Chilling in Herpetology, Loving that its Friday XD
mrswoodin: Listening to William Woodin speak at the Herpetology Society. UA Biotech building. Snakes! Eek!
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