| ISBN13: | 9781501775499 |
| ISBN10: | 1501775499 |
| Binding: | Paperback |
| No. of pages: | 264 pages |
| Size: | 203x152 mm |
| Weight: | 454 g |
| Language: | English |
| Illustrations: | 155 Maps; 3 Illustrations, unspecified; 208 Halftones, color |
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Dangerous Snakes of Australia
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Dangerous Snakes of Australia is an indispensable field guide to all 141 identified species of venomous elapid snakes on the continent. Through detailed species accounts, Mike Swan introduces readers to the physical features, habitat, behavior, and other distinctive characteristics of some of the most charismatic?and deadly?snakes in the world. The book additionally aims to further conservation efforts through providing important conservation information.
This easy-to-use volume features:
- Over 350 color photos, drawings, and range maps
- Coverage of both terrestrial and marine snakes
- Up-to-date descriptions of morphological features, habitats, behavior, and other natural history information
- Information on lethality, antivenoms, and the first aid treatment of snake bites
- International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) ratings
Comprehensive and definitive, Dangerous Snakes of Australia is essential for both snake enthusiasts and professionals who are looking to learn more about and help protect these fascinating creatures.
