There are about 2500 species of snake, to be found mainly in the warmer parts of the world, though there are a handful of species which can be found in the British Isles. There are 400 species of venomous snake, though Australia is the only place which has more venomous snakes than harmless ones. This guide is an introduction to this area of natural history. Each entry in the book includes: a illustration and description of each species; details of size, geographical distribution, habitat, breeding and food; and notes on similar species and, most importantly, whether or not the snake is venomous. The introduction covers the natural history of snakes, including information on anatomy, senses, reproduction and defence mechanisms.

Collins Gem Snakes

Science & Math

Mattison, Chris

Biological Sciences

Harpercollins Pub, Ltd.

A colorful, authoritative pocket guide to 220 of the world's snakes Details on size, shape, habitats, and conservation ID fact file for quick and accurate identification Full-color photographsPublished in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, America's foremost authority in history and science.

Snakes (Collins Gem)

Harper-perennial

Introduces the common characteristics of snakes, including anatomy, life cycles, behavior, environment, social structure, and relations with humans, and provides suggestions for studying snakes.

Explore: The World of Snakes

Crescent

Comprehensive, up-to-date, and richly illustrated with some 200 color photographs, The New Encyclopedia of Snakes is the best single-volume reference on snakes. A thorough revision of the highly successful Encyclopedia of Snakes, Chris Mattison's new book is the only one of its kind to deal in detail with snakes from around the world. Addressing the natural history of snakes and their relationship with each other and with other groups of animals, the book incorporates new information on snake biology and classification and includes a complete list of every family and genus, with notes on each. Throughout, photographs show the fascinating variety of snake coloration and camouflage, and illustrate and clarify the many topics covered.
 Organized thematically, the book addresses the origin and evolution of snakes; their morphology and function; how and where they live; their methods of feeding, defense, and reproduction; their taxonomy and classification; and their interaction with humans. The New Encyclopedia of Snakes is the ideal reference for anyone interested in snakes--whether they come across them in the wild, go looking for them, keep them captive, or are simply fascinated by them.
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 <li>A comprehensive, up-to-date, and richly illustrated reference </li>
 <li>Text enhanced by some 200 color photographs of snakes from all over the world </li>
 <li>Easy-to-read fact boxes about topics of special interest</li>
 
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The New Encyclopedia of Snakes

Sports & Outdoors

Princeton University Press

With nearly 6,000 species currently identified, frogs and toads are the most familiar and abundant amphibians on the planet. Frogs and Toads of the World is a comprehensive guide to the natural history of this large and diverse group of creatures. Stunningly illustrated throughout with 200 color photographs, this one-of-a-kind book traces the evolution and classification of frogs and toads, providing detailed information about each of the 49 unique families and highlighting distinctive and notable species. It vividly describes their remarkable diversity in shape, color, and markings; anatomy and development; life cycle; habitats; the various methods they use to attract mates and hunt for food; and the physiological and behavioral tricks they use to survive and thrive around the world.
 This indispensable guide also explores frogs' interaction with humans, from modern-day collection for the meat trade, scientific research, and the trade in exotic pets to how their survival is being threatened by habitat destruction, climate change, and disease. 
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<li>A comprehensive guide to the natural history of frogs and toads </li>
<li>Features 200 stunning color photographs </li>
<li>Covers each of the 49 unique frog families </li>
<li>Describes anatomy, life cycle, habitats, survival tricks, and more</li>
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Frogs and Toads of the World

The Lives of Snakes: A Natural History of the World's Snakes (The Lives of the Natural World)

Snakes of the World

BLANFORD PRESS / BOOK CLUB ASSOCIATES

The Care of Reptiles and Amphibians in Captivity

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Pets & Animal Care

Blandford Press

Keeping and Breeding Snakes

Tells how to house, feed, and care for snakes, and discusses the characteristics of boas, pythons, kingsnakes, ratsnakes, bull snakes, and venomous snakes

Blandford Pr

Lizards of the World

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