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Snakes of the World: A Guide to Every Family

by Mark O'Shea

A global guide to snake families and species

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A global guide to snake families and species

From deserts and rain forests to mountains and oceans, this illustrated guide surveys the range of habitats snakes occupy and the adaptations associated with their lives. An introductory section covers anatomy, behavior, reproduction, habitats, and conservation, followed by profiles of selected species representing every snake family and subfamily. The entries pair commentary with distribution maps and tables of information, while the broader survey addresses topics such as venom, constriction, camouflage, and habitat loss. More than 200 color photographs accompany this overview of snake diversity.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Readers interested in reptiles, animal diversity, and natural history.
  • Useful for readers seeking an illustrated reference organized around snake families and selected species.
  • A resource for those exploring snake anatomy, behavior, habitats, and conservation.

Themes

Snake diversity and classificationAdaptation and behaviorHabitats and distributionConservation and habitat loss

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Book overview

A gorgeously illustrated guide to the incredible diversity of snakes around the world

Snakes are found on every continent except Antarctica and have evolved to occupy a vast range of habitats, from mountains to oceans and deserts to rain forests. Snakes of the World explores their extraordinary diversity, with an in-depth introduction covering anatomy, behavior, habitats, reproduction, conservation, and other essential topics. This expert guide also includes profiles of some of the approximately 4,000 species of snakes, featuring examples from every family and subfamily.

Each family profile highlights the remarkable appearance, characteristics, and lifestyle of notable snake species. Covering how snakes use venom or constriction to subdue their prey, how a snake's appearance can aid camouflage or boast of its killing capacity, and how habitat destruction is jeopardizing the future of many species, Snakes of the World is an invaluable guide to these fascinating reptiles.

  • Features more than 200 stunning color photographs
  • Presents species profiles with a commentary, distribution map, and table of information
  • Includes examples from every snake family and subfamily
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