Based on an August 1991 symposium, with additional contributed chapters, this comprehensive reference provides a current review of techniques for managing and breeding animals in captivity for purposes of conservation. The emphasis is on endangered species, special and new techniques, and on diagnosing problems. The volume contains sections on general issues, management issues, reproductive biology, model programs for amphibians, model programs for reptiles, future directions, and special techniques. Includes some b&w illustrations, but </not/> of the coffee-table variety. Published by the Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles, Dr. Robert D. Aldridge, Dept. of Biology, St. Louis University, 221 North Grand, St. Louis, MO 63103. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.