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Snakes
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Author : Harry W. Greene
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 1997
Snakes written by Harry W. Greene and has been published by Univ of California Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997 with Nature categories.
In clear, engaging prose, "Snakes" provides an up-to-date summary of every facet of the natural history of snakes--their diversity, evolution, and conservation--and, at the same time, makes a personal statement about why these animals are so compelling. 215 color photos. 3 tables.
Sea Snake Toxinology
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Author : P. Gopalakrishnakone
language : en
Publisher: NUS Press
Release Date : 1994
Sea Snake Toxinology written by P. Gopalakrishnakone and has been published by NUS Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with Medical categories.
This is the latest book in the Venom and Toxin Series of publications produced by the Venom and Toxin Research Group, National University of Singapore. Containing chapter contributions by international authorities in the field covering some 13 countries in the Asia-Pacific region and lavishly illustrated, the work represents perhaps the most comprehensive and up-to-date material published on the subject in the last 15 years.
Snake
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Author : Drake Stutesman
language : en
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Release Date : 2005-11-15
Snake written by Drake Stutesman and has been published by Reaktion Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-11-15 with Pets categories.
A snake smells with its tongue, hears with its flesh, and breathes under the sand with one lung; it can copulate for days with one snake or with fifty at once; it has infrared radar; and it can induce spontaneous bleeding if threatened. With all these qualities, it is easy to see how snakes have such varied associations in cultures around the world: while celebrated in tattoos and tales, and for medicinal benefits, snakes are also so universally feared that they constantly endure intense persecution and rarely enjoy protected rights. Drake Stutesman explores here in Snake the fascinating natural history of the maligned serpentine. Stutesman examines a wide range of sources to investigate the complex and widespread symbolism the snake has inspired, including the serpent's temptation of Eve in the Bible, Kaa in The Jungle Book, the Chinese zodiac, Indian snake charmers, and the Hollywood film Anaconda. She looks at the role snakes have played in human culture and science, from snake cuisine and the use of venom in medicine to the intriguing history of snake symbolism in art, architecture, cinema, and even clothing. Richly illustrated and written in an engaging style, Snake is an invaluable resource for snake enthusiasts and scholars, as well as for all who love, admire, or fear this fascinating and enduring animal.
The Book Of Snakes
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Author : Mark O'Shea
language : en
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Release Date : 2018-10-22
The Book Of Snakes written by Mark O'Shea and has been published by University of Chicago Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-10-22 with Nature categories.
For millennia, humans have regarded snakes with an exceptional combination of fascination and revulsion. Some people recoil in fear at the very suggestion of these creatures, while others happily keep them as pets. Snakes can convey both beauty and menace in a single tongue flick and so these creatures have held a special place in our cultures. Yet, for as many meanings that we attribute to snakes—from fertility and birth to sin and death—the real-life species represent an even wider array of wonders. The Book of Snakes presents 600 species of snakes from around the world, covering nearly one in six of all snake species. It will bring greater understanding of a group of reptiles that have existed for more than 160 million years, and that now inhabit every continent except Antarctica, as well as two of the great oceans. This volume pairs spectacular photos with easy-to-digest text. It is the first book on these creatures that combines a broad, worldwide sample with full-color, life-size accounts. Entries include close-ups of the snake’s head and a section of the snake at actual size. The detailed images allow readers to examine the intricate scale patterns and rainbow of colors as well as special features like a cobra’s hood or a rattlesnake’s rattle. The text is written for laypeople and includes a glossary of frequently used terms. Herpetologists and herpetoculturists alike will delight in this collection, and even those with a more cautious stance on snakes will find themselves drawn in by the wild diversity of the suborder Serpentes.
Snakes Of The World
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Author : Manuel Areste
language : en
Publisher: Sterling Publishing (NY)
Release Date : 2003
Snakes Of The World written by Manuel Areste and has been published by Sterling Publishing (NY) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Nature categories.
Pythons, boas, vipers, and a world more. In beautifully colorful fashion, find out about the fascinating universe of snakes. A vividly illustrated introduction to these reptiles goes up close and personal, and covers everything from origins and evolution to physical characteristics and habitat, from methods of reproduction to styles of hunting. Poisons, the meaning of their colors, and even snakes' representation in myth and legend, is here. The detailed discussions cover how and what snakes eat, which species are endangered, and defensive behaviors--including shows and bluffs to impress their enemies, the postures of poisonous snakes (and their harmless imitators), and even the game of playing dead to throw predators off. The showcase is a dictionary of species, broken up by family and subfamily; thrilling photos bring you right up to each snake's face and textured skin, drawings add additional detail, and maps show distribution patterns throughout the world.
Kids Meet The Snakes
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Author : Andra Serlin Abramson
language : en
Publisher: Applesauce Press
Release Date : 2013-03-05
Kids Meet The Snakes written by Andra Serlin Abramson and has been published by Applesauce Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-03-05 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Kids Meet the Snakes features snakes from all around the world, from the common garter found in many backyards to the fearsome Egyptian Cobra, with each snake showcased on a full-color 2-page spread complete with die cut. The text is written as an inviting and intimate 1st person introduction from each snake species directly to the reader, instantly drawing kids in and enticing them to want to learn more. Each spread also features fun facts about the species including its habitat, food sources, and typical daily activities. They’re ssssspectacular, ssssspooky, and just a little bit sssscary, they’re snakes, and in this newest addition to the popular Kids Meet series, readers will come face to face with them on a personal level. Each 2-page spread will feature a different species of snake from around the world, with beautiful photos by famed nature photographer Chris Mattison. More than 40 different types of snakes, from the mundane garter to the lethal viper will be introduced, including: Tropical rattlesnake, Boomslang, Green mamba, Egyptian cobra, Puff adder, Gaboon viper, and Egg-eating snake, and each page will include a personal introduction from the snake plus fun facts about the animal’s habitat, food, and lifecycle. With Kids Meet the Snakes, getting to know our sssscaly, ssssslithery sssnake friends issss sssso much fun.
The Subtle Beast
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Author : Andre Menez
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2003-05-01
The Subtle Beast written by Andre Menez and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003-05-01 with Medical categories.
The Subtle Beast: Snakes, from Myth to Medicine introduces you to the complex and absorbing world of these mysterious creatures. Each of the fourteen chapters in this volume can be read independently, but read together they trace a fascinating journey from the macroscopic features of snakes to the molecular description of their venom components. The first three chapters detail how snakes inspired fear and worship, served as sources of medicine, and represented good and evil throughout the ages. The remaining sections describe much of the scientific work that has eroded these supernatural beliefs during the past three centuries. The book examines the origin, features, and classification of snakes, and also offers a precise description of snake venoms and their components. The final chapter discusses how venoms can be applied toward medicinal purposes. Illustrated with a wealth of full color figures, this volume explains technical topics in language that is understandable to an educated lay audience. About the Author André Ménez is the Director of the Department of Protein Engineering at the Commissariat à l'Energie Atomique (CEA) in France. He heads the Laboratory of Protein Chemistry and is Professor at the National Institute of Sciences and Nuclear Techniques. His knowledge of the toxins of venomous animals inspires his study of proteins for the development of new antivenins and drugs. He is a recipient of the Redi Award from the International Society of Toxicology.
The World S Deadliest Snakes
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Author : Michael Martin
language : en
Publisher: Capstone
Release Date : 2006
The World S Deadliest Snakes written by Michael Martin and has been published by Capstone this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
"Describes in a countdown format 10 of the world's deadliest snakes"--Provided by publisher.
Snake Dictionary
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Author : Clint Twist
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2004
Snake Dictionary written by Clint Twist and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Snakes categories.
The Snake Dictionary
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Author : Sarah Gustafson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1992
The Snake Dictionary written by Sarah Gustafson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Brief alphabetical entries identify different kinds of snakes and various aspects of their bodies, behavior, and habitations.