Author: Larry Slawson
Publisher: Larry Slawson
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
This eBook examines the ten most venomous snakes in Australia. It provides a direct analysis of each snake's behavioral patterns, venom toxicity, and danger posed to humans.
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.
Spectacular Snakes of Australia
Author: Michael Cermak
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 0643102809
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Spectacular Snakes of Australia showcases these beautiful creatures which play such an important part in our biodiversity. It portrays most of the species found in Australia, such as tiger snakes, copperheads, brown snakes, death adders and sea snakes, up close and personal. It also includes some unique photographs, such as the hatching of scrub pythons, that offer a rare glimpse into their more intimate lives. The informative text, based on the latest research, describes the reproductive biology, behaviour, predators and prey of these reptiles, as well as their habitat and conservation values. Readers will explore the importance of colours and patterns in allowing snakes to blend into their environment, their defence and attack mechanisms, and the adaptations they have undergone to cope with their surroundings. In addition, the author provides some anecdotes on his encounters with snakes, and clears up a few myths regarding snake behaviour. Richly illustrated with exceptional photographs, Spectacular Snakes of Australia features the deadly serious as well as the quirky – from snakes that love water to those with potent venom, and even snakes that are blind! This book is a real treat for snake lovers.
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 0643102809
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Spectacular Snakes of Australia showcases these beautiful creatures which play such an important part in our biodiversity. It portrays most of the species found in Australia, such as tiger snakes, copperheads, brown snakes, death adders and sea snakes, up close and personal. It also includes some unique photographs, such as the hatching of scrub pythons, that offer a rare glimpse into their more intimate lives. The informative text, based on the latest research, describes the reproductive biology, behaviour, predators and prey of these reptiles, as well as their habitat and conservation values. Readers will explore the importance of colours and patterns in allowing snakes to blend into their environment, their defence and attack mechanisms, and the adaptations they have undergone to cope with their surroundings. In addition, the author provides some anecdotes on his encounters with snakes, and clears up a few myths regarding snake behaviour. Richly illustrated with exceptional photographs, Spectacular Snakes of Australia features the deadly serious as well as the quirky – from snakes that love water to those with potent venom, and even snakes that are blind! This book is a real treat for snake lovers.
A Naturalist's Guide to the Snakes of Australia
Author: Scott Eipper
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781912081509
Category : Snakes
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An easy to use identification guide covering all of Australia's 236 snake species and subspecies.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781912081509
Category : Snakes
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An easy to use identification guide covering all of Australia's 236 snake species and subspecies.
Snakes of Western Australia
Author: David J. Pearson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780730755593
Category : Snakes
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
A much anticipated title in the Bush book series, comprehensively lists and explained all the snakes in Western Australia.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780730755593
Category : Snakes
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
A much anticipated title in the Bush book series, comprehensively lists and explained all the snakes in Western Australia.
Snakes of Australia
Author: Graeme F. Gow
Publisher: Red Kite Books
ISBN: 9780207144370
Category : Reptiles
Languages : en
Pages : 118
Book Description
An authoritative field guide to all Australian land snakes. There is information on each species in a concise and easy form so that quick reference to distribution, description, size and habits can be made.
Publisher: Red Kite Books
ISBN: 9780207144370
Category : Reptiles
Languages : en
Pages : 118
Book Description
An authoritative field guide to all Australian land snakes. There is information on each species in a concise and easy form so that quick reference to distribution, description, size and habits can be made.
The Top 10 Most Venomous Snakes in Australia
Author: Larry Slawson
Publisher: Larry Slawson
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
This eBook examines the ten most venomous snakes in Australia. It provides a direct analysis of each snake's behavioral patterns, venom toxicity, and danger posed to humans.
Publisher: Larry Slawson
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
This eBook examines the ten most venomous snakes in Australia. It provides a direct analysis of each snake's behavioral patterns, venom toxicity, and danger posed to humans.
Australia's Dangerous Snakes
Author: Peter Mirtschin
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 064310674X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 433
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: 064310674X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 433
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.
The Snakes of Australia
Author: Gerard Krefft
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Snakes
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Snakes
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
Reptiles and Amphibians of Australia
Author: Harold Cogger
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 1486309712
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1797
Book Description
Reptiles and Amphibians of Australia is a complete guide to Australia’s rich and varied herpetofauna, including frogs, crocodiles, turtles, tortoises, lizards and snakes. For each of the 1218 species there is a description of its appearance, distribution and habits. These descriptions are also accompanied by distribution maps and, in many cases, one of the book's more than 1000 colour photographs of living animals. The book also includes 130 simple-to-use dichotomous keys, accompanied by hundreds of explanatory drawings, that in most cases allow a specimen in hand to be identified. In addition, it has a comprehensive list of scientific references for those wishing to conduct more in-depth research, an extensive glossary, and basic guides to the collection, preservation and captive care of specimens. This classic work was originally published in 1975. The updated seventh edition contains a new Appendix that discusses recent changes and lists over 80 new or resurrected species and genera that have been added to the Australian frog and reptile fauna since the 2014 edition.
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 1486309712
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1797
Book Description
Reptiles and Amphibians of Australia is a complete guide to Australia’s rich and varied herpetofauna, including frogs, crocodiles, turtles, tortoises, lizards and snakes. For each of the 1218 species there is a description of its appearance, distribution and habits. These descriptions are also accompanied by distribution maps and, in many cases, one of the book's more than 1000 colour photographs of living animals. The book also includes 130 simple-to-use dichotomous keys, accompanied by hundreds of explanatory drawings, that in most cases allow a specimen in hand to be identified. In addition, it has a comprehensive list of scientific references for those wishing to conduct more in-depth research, an extensive glossary, and basic guides to the collection, preservation and captive care of specimens. This classic work was originally published in 1975. The updated seventh edition contains a new Appendix that discusses recent changes and lists over 80 new or resurrected species and genera that have been added to the Australian frog and reptile fauna since the 2014 edition.
Poisonous Snakes of the World
Author: United States. Office of Naval Intelligence
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Poisonous animals
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Poisonous animals
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description