Author : Alicia Z. Klepeis
Publisher : Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 28,47 MB
Release : 2017-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1502625849
The boomslang snake is shy and not aggressive, but one bite from this highly venomous creature leads to a horrible death. This books describes how the poison affects its victims, where this large snake lives, how it hunts and hides, and why it wasnt considered dangerous to humans until one unfortunate incident.
Author : Ursula Pang
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 10,29 MB
Release : 2022
Category : Boomslang
ISBN : 9781978527355
"The boomslang snake is cute and colorful, especially the young snakes! However, all boomslangs are deadly. Just one tiny bite from this rear-fanged snake is enough to kill even a large adult. The boomslangs venom contains hemotoxin, which causes extreme bleeding. Readers get the chance to study these fascinating creatures up close, from egg to adult. Includes a range map and a chart of the deadliest snakes on the planet"--
Author : Julie Murray
Publisher : Abdo Zoom
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 11,87 MB
Release : 2018
Category : Colubridae
ISBN : 9781532121845
This title focuses on Boomslang snakes and gives information related to their habitats, bodies, food, and life cycles. The title is complete with beautiful, full-color photographs, leveled text, and plenty of fun and informative facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards, Dash is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.
Author : Alicia Z. Klepeis
Publisher : Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 13,22 MB
Release : 2017-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 150262589X
The boomslang snake is shy and not aggressive, but one bite from this highly venomous creature leads to a horrible death. This books describes how the poison affects its victims, where this large snake lives, how it hunts and hides, and why it wasnt considered dangerous to humans until one unfortunate incident.
Author : Kevin Blake
Publisher : Envenomators
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 35,61 MB
Release : 2018-08
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781684026555
"Learn all about venomous snakes in this engrossing new narrative nonfiction book for young readers. It's packed with exciting wildlife encounters, cutting-edge science, and loads of info about venom and its deadly effects"--
Author : Kevin Blake
Publisher : Bearport Publishing
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 24,35 MB
Release : 2018-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1642804061
In 1957 at the Field Museum in Chicago, Dr. Karl Schmidt, a famous herpetologist, was examining a small green-and-black boomslang snake. In less than a second, the snake sank its small, rear-facing fangs into Karl’s thumb. At the time, Karl and other scientists didn’t believe the boomslang’s venom was deadly. Karl would soon learn otherwise . . . Learn all about venomous snakes in this engrossing new narrative nonfiction book for young readers. It’s packed with exciting wildlife encounters, cutting-edge science, and loads of info about venom and its deadly effects.
Author : Johan Marais
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 1026 pages
File Size : 47,8 MB
Release : 2022-09-08
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1775847489
This long-awaited third edition of A Complete Guide to the Snakes of Southern Africa has been updated, revised and expanded. New information based on scientific research relating to behaviour, identification, reproduction and snake venoms has been included in the species accounts. Features of this book: Covers all essential aspects of snake biology and behaviour; species descriptions are accompanied by full-colour photographs and distribution maps; simple icons make essential information available at a glance; a separate ‘key features’ box assists in quickly identifying species in the field; chapters on classification and identification, keeping snakes, and the treatment of snakebite supplement the species accounts. Sales points: A guide to all snakes, dangerous and harmless, in southern Africa; practical first-aid advice for snakebite; packed with full-colour images; icons, maps and concise text make identification simple.
Author : John Bankston
Publisher : Mitchell Lane
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 44,32 MB
Release : 2022-12-12
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1545756341
Almost invisible, the African boomslang lies in deadly wait. When it strikes, it easily kills. That's because few snakes are as venomous as this silent killer. Part of the series Lethal Strikers: Africa's Deadliest Snakes, African Boomslang: Africa's Most Venomous Snake offers more than just an introduction to this deadly but beautiful reptile. It's also packed with full-color photos and information on how this snake lives and kills.
Author : Lisa Owings
Publisher : Bellwether Media
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 26,45 MB
Release : 2011-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1612116442
Sometimes danger creeps at your feet, especially in the case of snakes. Many are completely harmless, but others can deliver a lethal bite or suffocating squeeze. Once a slithering serpent has a hold on you, it's nearly impossible to escape. Hear a couple gripping stories of survival while you sink your fangs into this title.
Author : Nancy White
Publisher : Bearport Publishing
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 32,67 MB
Release : 2009-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1597167673
Introduces readers to the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of the king cobra, the world's biggest venomous snake.
