Europe's reptile and amphibian fauna is under serious attack, from collectors, habitat loss and a general groundless fear of them. This important book, based on investigations by Europe's leading herpetologists, gives a country by country account of the most threatened species, and identifies critical habitats for them. It includes precise recommendations for preventing further damage to, or improving, the habitats concerned, and as such constitutes an action plan, which is endorsed by IUCN.