Lone Star Field Guide to Texas Snakes

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Nature, Reptiles & Amphibians
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Author: Alan Tennant ISBN: 9781461635642
Publisher: Taylor Trade Publishing Publication: January 27, 2006
Imprint: Taylor Trade Publishing Language: English
Author: Alan Tennant
ISBN: 9781461635642
Publisher: Taylor Trade Publishing
Publication: January 27, 2006
Imprint: Taylor Trade Publishing
Language: English

The State of Texas not only boasts the largest snakes in North America, but also the largest number of species—105. This guide describes in detail each and every one of them, from the benign Texas long-nosed snake, to the venomous Western Cottonmouth. Facts on the biology and behavior are given, plus the latest findings on abundance, reproduction, prey, sizes, and habitat. In addition, introductory chapters describe the physiology and diet of snakes, and an all-important section on "Venom and Evenomation" debunks the many myths surrounding what to do when bit by a venomous snake. 128 color plates of species and subspecies aid in identification.

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The State of Texas not only boasts the largest snakes in North America, but also the largest number of species—105. This guide describes in detail each and every one of them, from the benign Texas long-nosed snake, to the venomous Western Cottonmouth. Facts on the biology and behavior are given, plus the latest findings on abundance, reproduction, prey, sizes, and habitat. In addition, introductory chapters describe the physiology and diet of snakes, and an all-important section on "Venom and Evenomation" debunks the many myths surrounding what to do when bit by a venomous snake. 128 color plates of species and subspecies aid in identification.

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