Snake - Hardcover

Mattison, Chris

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1552094154 ISBN 13: 9781552094150

Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd, 1999

Synopsis

This is a guide to more than 2700 snakes from around the world featuring their behaviour, breeding patterns, habitat, venomous and constructive attack methods, camouflage and feeding. It is organised into 17 snake families, focuses on close-up detail and draws attention to endangered species.

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Review:

Slither into DK's Snake and you'll find yourself tantalized. Or is that terrorized? Either way, snake aficionados, and those looking to increase their appreciation of snakes, should not miss this gorgeous, full-color guide to the legless reptiles. Chris Mattison, a herpetologist and wildlife photographer, has gathered a concise compendium of facts, myths, and unbelievable images, with familiar as well as little-known species highlighted. While not zoologically comprehensive, Snake does provide a good sense of the diversity of these lovely and misunderstood animals. From the intricate patterns of the harmless checkered garter snake to the sheer magnificence of the deadly, 11.5-foot-long black mamba, each snake is presented with its best scale forward. Snake is full of great herpetological trivia, and the photos are sharply detailed close-ups. --Therese Littleton

About the Author:

Chris Mattison

About this edition

• Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 1552094154
• ISBN 13: 9781552094150
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1