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Frank Wall

    Frank Wall was a physician and herpetologist who lived and worked in Sri Lanka and India. His work focused on the study of reptiles and amphibians in the region. Drawing upon his medical expertise and a passion for the natural world, he contributed to the understanding of local fauna. Wall's legacy lies in his scientific contributions to the field of herpetology.

    The Poisonous Terrestrial Snakes of Our British Indian Dominions and how to Recognise Them
    Ophidia Taprobanica; or, The Snakes of Ceylon
    A Monograph of the Sea Snakes (Hydrophiinae)
    • 2023

      This book is an exhaustive study of the snakes of Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka. The author provides detailed descriptions of the species found on the island, including information on their morphology, distribution, and behavior. A must-read for anyone interested in the reptiles of South Asia.

      Ophidia Taprobanica; or, The Snakes of Ceylon
    • 2022
    • 2022

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      The Poisonous Terrestrial Snakes of Our British Indian Dominions and how to Recognise Them