Author: Lisa McCourt
Publisher: Troll Communications
ISBN: 9780816743827
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
A series of books offering each child an opportunity to progress at an individual pace -- with stories designed to appeal to a wide range of interests and abilities -- so that every beginning reader experiences success.
Deadly Snakes
Author: Lisa McCourt
Publisher: Troll Communications
ISBN: 9780816743827
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
A series of books offering each child an opportunity to progress at an individual pace -- with stories designed to appeal to a wide range of interests and abilities -- so that every beginning reader experiences success.
Publisher: Troll Communications
ISBN: 9780816743827
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
A series of books offering each child an opportunity to progress at an individual pace -- with stories designed to appeal to a wide range of interests and abilities -- so that every beginning reader experiences success.
Australia's Dangerous Snakes
Author: Peter Mirtschin
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 0643106758
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 686
Book Description
Australia’s venomous snakes are widely viewed as the world’s most deadly and are regarded with cautious curiosity, fascination and, regrettably, fear. Australia’s Dangerous Snakes examines the biology, natural history, venom properties and bite treatment of medically important venomous marine and terrestrial snakes. It contains comprehensive identification profiles for each species, supported by keys and photographs. In addition to their medical importance, the environmental roles of these snakes and the threats that are causing the decline of many of these reptiles are discussed. Drawing on the authors’ experience in the fields of herpetology, toxinology and clinical medicine, this book stimulates respect and admiration and dispels fear of Australia’s fascinating snakes. Australia’s Dangerous Snakes will provide hours of rewarding reading and valuable information for anyone interested in Australia’s unique wildlife and natural history, and will be an essential reference for herpetologists, toxinologists, physicians, zoo personnel and private snake collectors.
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 0643106758
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 686
Book Description
Australia’s venomous snakes are widely viewed as the world’s most deadly and are regarded with cautious curiosity, fascination and, regrettably, fear. Australia’s Dangerous Snakes examines the biology, natural history, venom properties and bite treatment of medically important venomous marine and terrestrial snakes. It contains comprehensive identification profiles for each species, supported by keys and photographs. In addition to their medical importance, the environmental roles of these snakes and the threats that are causing the decline of many of these reptiles are discussed. Drawing on the authors’ experience in the fields of herpetology, toxinology and clinical medicine, this book stimulates respect and admiration and dispels fear of Australia’s fascinating snakes. Australia’s Dangerous Snakes will provide hours of rewarding reading and valuable information for anyone interested in Australia’s unique wildlife and natural history, and will be an essential reference for herpetologists, toxinologists, physicians, zoo personnel and private snake collectors.
Venomous Snakes of the World
Author: Department of the Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1628734167
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 687
Book Description
Originally published in 1962, and fully updated and colorized by Scott Shupe, Poisonous Snakes of the World is the perfect practical guide to not only snake bite survival, but to understand and identifying every venomous snake on the planet. Even if no life hangs in the balance, this manual is a great reference guide for the outdoors enthusiast, the reptile lover, or anyone with a thirst for pragmatic, how-to knowledge. With this comprehensive edition, you will be armed with one of the most thorough volumes available for dealing with these incredible reptiles, including definitive advice on: Precautions to avoid snake bites. Identifying the symptoms and signs of snake venom poisoning. First-Aid and medical treatments. Recognizing poisonous snakes. Indigenous species to various regions around the world. Sources of Antivenin. Snakes can be among some of the most deadly creatures on the planet. They are also extremely fascinating, and by taking the proper precautions, can be enjoyed and appreciated. From the Monocle Cobra to the Gaboon Viper, learn to fear and respect these incredible reptiles.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1628734167
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 687
Book Description
Originally published in 1962, and fully updated and colorized by Scott Shupe, Poisonous Snakes of the World is the perfect practical guide to not only snake bite survival, but to understand and identifying every venomous snake on the planet. Even if no life hangs in the balance, this manual is a great reference guide for the outdoors enthusiast, the reptile lover, or anyone with a thirst for pragmatic, how-to knowledge. With this comprehensive edition, you will be armed with one of the most thorough volumes available for dealing with these incredible reptiles, including definitive advice on: Precautions to avoid snake bites. Identifying the symptoms and signs of snake venom poisoning. First-Aid and medical treatments. Recognizing poisonous snakes. Indigenous species to various regions around the world. Sources of Antivenin. Snakes can be among some of the most deadly creatures on the planet. They are also extremely fascinating, and by taking the proper precautions, can be enjoyed and appreciated. From the Monocle Cobra to the Gaboon Viper, learn to fear and respect these incredible reptiles.
King Cobras
Author: Nancy White
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
ISBN: 1597167673
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Introduces readers to the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of the king cobra, the world's biggest venomous snake.
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
ISBN: 1597167673
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Introduces readers to the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of the king cobra, the world's biggest venomous snake.
Encyclopaedia Britannica
Author: Hugh Chisholm
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Languages : en
Pages : 1090
Book Description
This eleventh edition was developed during the encyclopaedia's transition from a British to an American publication. Some of its articles were written by the best-known scholars of the time and it is considered to be a landmark encyclopaedia for scholarship and literary style.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Languages : en
Pages : 1090
Book Description
This eleventh edition was developed during the encyclopaedia's transition from a British to an American publication. Some of its articles were written by the best-known scholars of the time and it is considered to be a landmark encyclopaedia for scholarship and literary style.
Deadly Snakes
Author: Andrew Solway
Publisher: Heinemann-Raintree Library
ISBN: 9781403457660
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 56
Book Description
Examines the snakes around the world and the deadly techniques that they use to hunt their prey, from venomous fangs to constriction.
Publisher: Heinemann-Raintree Library
ISBN: 9781403457660
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 56
Book Description
Examines the snakes around the world and the deadly techniques that they use to hunt their prey, from venomous fangs to constriction.
Deadly Snake Bite!
Author: Kevin Blake
Publisher: Envenomators
ISBN: 9781684026555
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Learn all about venomous snakes in this engrossing new narrative nonfiction book for young readers. It's packed with exciting wildlife encounters, cutting-edge science, and loads of info about venom and its deadly effects"--
Publisher: Envenomators
ISBN: 9781684026555
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Learn all about venomous snakes in this engrossing new narrative nonfiction book for young readers. It's packed with exciting wildlife encounters, cutting-edge science, and loads of info about venom and its deadly effects"--
Deadly Snakes
Author: Tom Jackson
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
ISBN: 1433940418
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
Introduces several examples of unusual and dangerous snakes, including the anaconda, king cobra, puff adder, sea krait, mamba, and rainbow boa.
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
ISBN: 1433940418
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
Introduces several examples of unusual and dangerous snakes, including the anaconda, king cobra, puff adder, sea krait, mamba, and rainbow boa.
The Dangerous Snakes of Africa
Author: Steve Spawls
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472960270
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 612
Book Description
The definitive reference guide to all of Africa's venomous snakes, written by two internationally acclaimed herpetologists. Africa is a true hotspot for snake diversity, with several hundred species. Unfortunately, a scared snake or one that is trodden on may bite, and some species have venom that can prove fatal. The Dangerous Snakes of Africa is an indispensable guide to these reptiles. It covers all 137 dangerous snake species in Africa, along with another 70 species that are easily confused with them. All are described, with each account looking in detail at their identification, habitat and distribution, behaviour and venom, as well as how to treat bites and a selection of photographs, accompanied by an accurate range map. Introductory sections cover the major snake groups, their venom characteristics, how to avoid snake bites and first-aid advice. This comprehensive book is an essential tool for all naturalists, conservationists, educators, field workers and medical personnel throughout Africa.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472960270
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 612
Book Description
The definitive reference guide to all of Africa's venomous snakes, written by two internationally acclaimed herpetologists. Africa is a true hotspot for snake diversity, with several hundred species. Unfortunately, a scared snake or one that is trodden on may bite, and some species have venom that can prove fatal. The Dangerous Snakes of Africa is an indispensable guide to these reptiles. It covers all 137 dangerous snake species in Africa, along with another 70 species that are easily confused with them. All are described, with each account looking in detail at their identification, habitat and distribution, behaviour and venom, as well as how to treat bites and a selection of photographs, accompanied by an accurate range map. Introductory sections cover the major snake groups, their venom characteristics, how to avoid snake bites and first-aid advice. This comprehensive book is an essential tool for all naturalists, conservationists, educators, field workers and medical personnel throughout Africa.
Poisonous Snakes
Author: Seymour Simon
Publisher: StarWalk Kids Media
ISBN: 1623340519
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 79
Book Description
There are more than 250 kinds of poisonous snakes, and this illustrated book tells where they live, what they eat, and how they behave. It also reveals which snakes pose no danger to humans, how snakes are "milked," how anti-venom is made, and what to do if you're bitten.
Publisher: StarWalk Kids Media
ISBN: 1623340519
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 79
Book Description
There are more than 250 kinds of poisonous snakes, and this illustrated book tells where they live, what they eat, and how they behave. It also reveals which snakes pose no danger to humans, how snakes are "milked," how anti-venom is made, and what to do if you're bitten.