Author : Scott Eipper
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 18,21 MB
Release : 2020-09-04
Category : Snakes
ISBN : 9781912081509
An easy to use identification guide covering all of Australia's 236 snake species and subspecies.
Author : Peter Rowland
Publisher : Naturalist's Guide
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 10,35 MB
Release : 2019-07-05
Category : Reptiles
ISBN : 9781912081035
This easy-to-use identification guide to the 280 reptile species most commonly seen in Australia is perfect for resident and visitor alike. High quality photographs from Australia's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habits and habitat. The user-friendly introduction covers the threats to reptiles, types of habitat, anatomy of reptiles, and details of orders and families. Also included is an all-important checklist of all of the reptiles of Australia encompassing, for each species, its common and scientific name, and its global IUCN status.
Author : Scott Eipper
Publisher : Naturalist's Guide
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 16,72 MB
Release : 2022-05
Category :
ISBN : 9781913679279
The fully revised 2nd edition of this easy-to-use identification guide to all of Australia's 239 snake species and subspecies includes 6 new species, updated accounts for 20 species and around 30 new photographs.
Author : Peter Mirtschin
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 686 pages
File Size : 23,85 MB
Release : 2017-11-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 0643106758
Australia’s venomous snakes are widely viewed as the world’s most deadly and are regarded with cautious curiosity, fascination and, regrettably, fear. Australia’s Dangerous Snakes examines the biology, natural history, venom properties and bite treatment of medically important venomous marine and terrestrial snakes. It contains comprehensive identification profiles for each species, supported by keys and photographs. In addition to their medical importance, the environmental roles of these snakes and the threats that are causing the decline of many of these reptiles are discussed. Drawing on the authors’ experience in the fields of herpetology, toxinology and clinical medicine, this book stimulates respect and admiration and dispels fear of Australia’s fascinating snakes. Australia’s Dangerous Snakes will provide hours of rewarding reading and valuable information for anyone interested in Australia’s unique wildlife and natural history, and will be an essential reference for herpetologists, toxinologists, physicians, zoo personnel and private snake collectors.
Author : Michael Cermak
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 49,55 MB
Release : 2008-11-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 0643102809
Spectacular Snakes of Australia showcases these beautiful creatures which play such an important part in our biodiversity. It portrays most of the species found in Australia, such as tiger snakes, copperheads, brown snakes, death adders and sea snakes, up close and personal. It also includes some unique photographs, such as the hatching of scrub pythons, that offer a rare glimpse into their more intimate lives. The informative text, based on the latest research, describes the reproductive biology, behaviour, predators and prey of these reptiles, as well as their habitat and conservation values. Readers will explore the importance of colours and patterns in allowing snakes to blend into their environment, their defence and attack mechanisms, and the adaptations they have undergone to cope with their surroundings. In addition, the author provides some anecdotes on his encounters with snakes, and clears up a few myths regarding snake behaviour. Richly illustrated with exceptional photographs, Spectacular Snakes of Australia features the deadly serious as well as the quirky – from snakes that love water to those with potent venom, and even snakes that are blind! This book is a real treat for snake lovers.
Author : Scott Eipper
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 34,38 MB
Release : 2019
Category :
ISBN :
Author : Gerry Swan
Publisher : Ralph Curtis Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 37,82 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Reptiles
ISBN : 9780883590331
This text is intended for readers who do not know anything about snakes and other reptiles, but would like to find out about them. The book introduces all major reptile groups including snakes, crocodiles, turtles and lizards, with an emphasis on those species that the amateur naturalist and nature-lover is most likely to see. Information is organized simply, with individual species or group entries describing key characteristics - where they are found, food requirements and behavioural habits. Each entry is accompanied by colour photographs and, where appropriate, distribution maps.
Author : Iain Campbell
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 19,20 MB
Release : 2013-05-21
Category : Nature
ISBN : 140084682X
The go-to introductory guide to Australia's diverse wildlife and habitats Ideal for the nature-loving traveler, Wildlife of Australia is a handy photographic pocket guide to the most widely seen birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and habitats of Australia. The guide features more than 400 stunning color photographs, and coverage includes 350 birds, 70 mammals, 30 reptiles, and 16 frogs likely to be encountered in Australia's major tourist destinations. Accessible species accounts are useful for both general travelers and serious naturalists, and the invaluable habitat section describes the Australian bush and its specific wildlife. Animal species with similar features are placed on the same plates in order to aid identification. Wildlife of Australia is an indispensable and thorough resource for any nature enthusiast interested in this remarkable continent. Easy-to-use pocket guide More than 400 high-quality photographs Accessible text aids identification Habitat guide describes the Australian bush and its specific wildlife Coverage includes the 350 birds, 70 mammals, 30 reptiles, and 16 frogs most likely to be seen on a trip around Australia
Author : Indraneil Das
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 15,62 MB
Release : 2018
Category : Poisonous snakes
ISBN : 9781912081929
____This easy-to-use identification guide to the 239 snake species most commonly seen in South-East Asia (covering Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Myanmar, Borneo, Sumatra, Java and Bali) is perfect for resident and visitor alike. _High quality photographs from the regions's top nature photographers, some of species that have never before been published, are accompanied by detailed species descriptions which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habits and habitat. The user-friendly introduction covers snake topography, how to deal with snake bits and a glossary. Also included is an all-important checklist of all of the snakes of South-East Asia encompassing, for each species, its common and scientific name, IUCN status as at 2012 and its status in each country.
Author : Gerry Swan
Publisher :
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 10,24 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Poisonous snakes
ISBN : 9781877069574
This book is an introduction to those fascinating and misunderstood reptiles - snakes. From northern hotspots to the temperate areas of Tasmania, What Snake is That? outlines more than 100 of the known Australian species, grouped according to their ecology, or behavioural traits. From the secretive, burrowing blind snakes (Ramphotyphlops) to the swift, keen-eyed whipsnakes (Demansia) and the lethal taipans (Oxyuranus). Scientific and common names are used along with identification features, and key species pointers are included. Reptile experts and authors Gerry Swan and Steve Wilson have written an invaluable resource for the enthusiastic amateur or keen naturalist who needs a quick reference guide to snakes
