Snakes: A Complete Pet Owner's Manual (Paperback)

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Editorial Reviews

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This is a wonderful book. Carl Ernst and George Zug are eminent herpetologists who have produced a well-written book on an extremely popular subject. Divided into five large chapters and five appendixes, the book is set up in a question-and-answer format. Depending on the question (What is a snake? Do snakes get sick? How do fangs work?), the answers range from one or two paragraphs to multiple pages and are illustrated with photographs or line drawings. Two of the sections will be eagerly used by librarians answering questions--that on giant snakes (boas and pythons) and that on poisonous snakes (vipers and cobras). The appendixes offer further information on the classification and sizes of snakes and provide a useful directory of herpetological organizations. A glossary defines some of the more technical terminology. Finally, two bibliographies provide a comprehensive overview of the scientific literature on snakes. This exceptional book should be in every library. Nancy Bent --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description

This general information book deals with a variety of snakes commonly available to collectors in North America, with advice on maintaining a proper terrarium, feeding, breeding, protecting against diseases and parasites, and much more. Full-color photos show many varieties. .

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Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Barron's Educational Series (March 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764100556
• ISBN-13: 978-0764100550
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 6.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #970,195 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

• This item is part of The Complete Pet Owner's Manual Series.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great for those starting out, but nothing new to the pro's, December 29, 2000

By A Customer

This book tells about acquiring a snake, caring for a snake, and some simple instructions for breeding snakes. The snakes in this book are mostly ratsnakes, garters&ribbons, and pythons. Perfect for those starting out, but no detail for any particular species. Still, it is a great book, especially for those who are inexperienced with the common diseases, mites, etc...

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars too general, but good for absolute newbies, June 29, 2000

By A Customer

For someone who knows next to nothing about how to care for snakes, this is an OK book, as it covers most common beginner species. However, if you have an experince, you've heard it all before, and shouldn't spend your money (put it towards a snake instead).

5.0 out of 5 stars Snakes in Question, May 23, 2007

By	M. Harter "Durissus" (SW Missouri USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Snakes in Question: The Smithsonian Answer Book, Second Edition (Paperback)

What a great book! Even though I'm a lifelong herper, this book still had information that I did not know. Easy to read and understand. If you like snakes, this is a must for your library!