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that are interested in this branch of science, contains the 

 description of 306 species, i. e, 267 Lizards, 35 Chelonians and 

 4 Crocodiles. It is illustrated with 132 figures by Mr. J. F. 

 Obbes, whose skilful hand and keen sight are able to combine 

 artisticity with absolute faithfulness to nature. 



The next volume will contain the description of the snakes. 



In conclusion I desire to express our sincere thanks to the 

 publisher Late E. J. Brill, Leyden, for the unremitting care 

 he has bestowed on this volume. 



Prof. Max Weber 



Director of the Zoological Museum of 

 the University of Amsterdam. 



