Snakes of the World

Princeton 2023, geb., 240 Seiten, 280 Farbfotos, Verbreitungskarten. Snakes are found on every continent except Antarctica and have evolved to occupy a vast range of habitats, from mountains to oceans and deserts to rain forests. Snakes of the World explores their extraordinary diversity, with an in-depth introduction covering anatomy, behaviour, habitats, reproduction, conservation, and other essential topics. This guide includes profiles from every family and subfamily. Each family profile highlights the remarkable appearance, characteristics, and lifestyle of no-table snake species. Covering how snakes use venom or constriction to subdue their prey, how a snake’s appearance can aid camouflage or boast of its killing capacity, and how habitat destruction is jeopardizing the future of many species, Snakes of the World is an invaluable guide to these fascinating reptiles.