A Complete Guide to the Snakes of Southern Africa Birds of Zambia

A Complete Guide to the Snakes of Southern Africa Birds of Zambia

This detailed and comprehensive guide to the 151 snakes indigenous to southern Africa covers all essential aspects of snake biology and behavior. Now in its second edition, A Complete Guide to the Snakes of Southern Africa has been updated, revised and expanded to include at least 11 newly discovered and 30 re-classified species and sub-species. New information based on international scientific research has been included in the species accounts relating to behavior, identification, reproduction and snake venom. This readable and user-friendly guide will be invaluable to herpetologists, snake collectors, hikers, gardeners, campers and householders, or anyone who may encounter or want to know more about these fascinating and widely misunderstood reptiles.
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About the Author

Johan Marais is an entrepreneur, naturalist and photographer and has contributed significantly to reptile conservation over the past 35 years. He has authored several books, including the best-selling A Complete Guide to Snakes of Southern Africa, and runs the African Snakebite Institute. He spends most of his time lecturing on reptiles and teaching the public about snake awareness, including how to handle snakes safely.

Weight0.15kg
Dimensions17.22cm · 24.08cm · 2.18cm
AuthorJohan Marais
Publisher - ImprintPenguin Random House - Struik Nature
Print Length312 pages (360 Illustrations)
Publication date30/07/2005
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-10186872932X
ISBN-139781868729326
Reading Level / AudienceGeneral

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