Herpetology is the study of reptiles and amphibians, but there is a lot more to Herpetology than just the studying of the reptiles and amphibians. Since reptiles and amphibians are everywhere, it is a worldwide study. It also includes classifying and identifying new species, the making of anti-venoms, doing much fieldwork, and more. Herpetology also includes all areas of biology, and is a field of study devoted to only reptiles, amphibians, or both (Encyclopedia Brit. 7). A variety of topics will be discussed, from the history of Herpetology, to the differences between the two species and ...

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