Chris Mattison is a natural history writer and photographer who specialises in reptiles and amphibians. He has written and illustrated over 20 books, mostly on the natural history of reptiles and amphibians and their responsible care and breeding in captivity. His photography regularly appears in books and magazines throughout the world, and he has been a runner-up in the prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. He is a Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society. Nick Garbutt is an award-winning wildlife photographer, author, lecturer and illustrator. He has written numerous natural history books including the acclaimed Mammals of Madagascar: A Complete Guide. He regularly contributes articles and photographs to a wide range of magazines, such as National Geographic and BBC Wildlife, and has had several winning and commended images in Wildlife Photographer of the Year.