Snakes, the best-known members of the reptile family, are some of the most popular animals in the world today. With over 120 species in the United States alone (including 17 poisonous varieties), Snakes thrive in every region of the country. From the Rainbow snakes to the Western shovelnose snake to the Sharptail snake, dozens of species are shown in beautifully draw detail. Anatomy, behavior, reproduction, and geographic distribution are included in the engaging text. Despite their reputation, this book explains how Snakes are an essential component of the web of life.
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Ever wondered why snakes are seen as the root of all evil, and why they have evolved into such poisonous creatures? How about which snakes are poisonous, which have a nasty bite, and which are more scared of you than you are of them? Then Snakes is the book for you.
In a wonderfully compact edition from St. Martin's Press, this is a handy pocket book for any traveler who likes to visit different countries, or just go hiking around the countryside, because you never know when you'll run into a snake. There are even some on campus, though you probably won't find them in this book. With specific details on each snake, as well as colorful, clear pictures, it makes it easy to tell whether the snake that is about to attack you is going to bite and poison, or just bite, or wrap its coils around and the squeeze the life out of you. Originally published on March 3rd, 2003. Go to BookBanter ([...]) for over five hundred reviews and over forty exclusive author interviews, and more.
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Snakes first appeared around 140 million years ago during the early Cretaceous period. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
South America, New World, North America, New Guinea, King Cobra, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Black Mamba, Green Anaconda, Grass Snakes New!
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Snakes first appeared around 140 million years ago during the early Cretaceous period. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
South America, New World, North America, New Guinea, King Cobra, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Black Mamba, Green Anaconda, Grass Snakes New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Bird Life (Golden Guide) by Stephen W. Kress in Front Matter
- Rocks and Minerals by Alice Fitch Martin in Front Matter
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