Author: Arthur Irving OrtenburgerPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coluber
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
The Whip Snakes and Racers
Author: Arthur Irving OrtenburgerPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coluber
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
THE WHIP SNAKES AND RACERS: GENERA MASTICOPHIS AND COLUBER.
Author: Arthur Irving OrtenburgerPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1042
Book Description
Racers, Whipsnakes and Indigos
Author: W. P. MaraPublisher: TFH Publications
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 74
Book Description
Each book in the Herpetology series deals with a particular aspect or species, concerning the care of reptiles, amphibians and other terrarium animals.
Natural History of the Racer Coluber constrictor
Author: Henry S. FitchPublisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
Natural History of the Racer Coluber constrictor is a naturalist book by Henry S. Fitch. It describes the eastern racer (Coluber constrictor), a species of nonvenomous snake found in North and Central America.
Bulletin
Author: Zoological Society of San DiegoPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Zoology
Languages : en
Pages : 720
Book Description
Amphibians and Reptiles of Baja California, Including Its Pacific Islands and the Islands in the Sea of Cortés
Author: L. Lee GrismerPublisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520925203
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
The Baja California peninsula is home to many forms of life found nowhere else on earth. This, combined with the peninsula's rugged and inaccessible terrain, has made the area one of the last true biological frontiers of North America. L. Lee Grismer is not only the foremost authority on the amphibians and reptiles of Baja California, but also an outstanding photographer. He has produced the most comprehensive work on the herpetofauna of the peninsula and its islands ever published. With its stunning color images, detailed accounts of many little-known species, and descriptions of the region's diverse environment, this is the definitive guide to the amphibians and reptiles of a fascinating and remote region. The culmination of Grismer's quarter century of fieldwork on the Baja peninsula and his exploration of more than one hundred of its islands in the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortés, this book gives information on the identification, distribution, natural history, and taxonomy of each species of amphibian and reptile found there. Preliminary accounts of the life history of many of the salamanders, frogs, toads, turtles, lizards, and snakes are reported here for the first time, and several species that were almost unknown to science are illustrated in full color. The book also contains new data on species distribution and on the effect of the isolated landscape of the peninsula and its islands on the evolutionary process. Much of the information gathered here is presented in biogeographical overviews that consider the extremely varied environments of Baja California in both a contemporary and a historical framework. An original and important contribution to science, this book will generate further research for years to come as it becomes a benchmark reference for both professionals and amateurs.
Lone Star Field Guide to Texas Snakes
Author: Alan TennantPublisher: Taylor Trade Publishing
ISBN: 1461635640
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 351
Book Description
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.
"Venomous" Bites from "Non-Venomous" Snakes
Author: Scott A WeinsteinPublisher: Elsevier
ISBN: 0128227877
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 790
Book Description
"Venomous" Bites from "Non-Venomous" Snakes, Second Edition thoroughly examines the potential hazards associated with bites by non-front-fanged snakes (popularly, but inaccurately, called "rear-fanged snakes"). This diverse group contains approximately 80% of living snake species (approximately 2,900 species). A large proportion of these snakes were previously assigned to the family Colubridae but, as a consequence of expanding systematics investigations, have been split into multiple families and subfamilies. Many of these snakes produce venoms or oral secretions that contain toxins and other biologically active substances. A large variety of non–front-fanged snakes figure in the pet industry, yet little documented information or formal study of their potential medical importance has been published. Therefore, although the possible medical importance of many of these species has been subjected to speculation since the mid-19th century, there is a limited amount of useful descriptive information regarding the real hazard (or lack thereof) of this wide variety of snakes. The first edition of this book provided "one-stop shopping" by offering information regarding their possible toxicity and clinical relevance as well as recommendations for medical management of their bites. The second edition expands and updates the content with detailed information about the effects and medical management of bites by a broad representation of non–front-fanged species. The hypothetical venomous nature of some lizards considered as non-venomous such as the Komodo monitor or dragon and their allies, as well as the medical effects of their bites, is also examined. The dynamic taxonomy of advanced snakes is updated, and the bases for some of these fluid changes are discussed. Likewise, terminology is also updated in order to reflect the ongoing debates regarding the definition of "venom" and the balanced reinforcement of nonmedical criteria used to define the biological basis of the term "venomous." - Fills a gap in toxicological, medical, and herpetological literature by providing a comprehensive review of this entire assemblage of non–front-fanged snakes, with particular attention given to their capacity to cause harm to humans - Offers a patient-centered, evidence-based approach which is applied to analyzing documented case reports of bites inflicted by a broad representation of species - Provides expanded and updated detailed information on the clinical management of medically significant bites from non–front-fanged snakes, which is also methodically reviewed, and specific recommendations are provided - Includes updates of the fluid taxonomy of advanced snakes and also of terminology with particular regard to the definition of "venom" and the nonmedical criteria used to define the biological basis of the "venomous condition" in snakes and lizards
Snakes of North America
Author: Alan TennantPublisher: Taylor Trade Publishing
ISBN: 1461662192
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 636
Book Description
Providing thorough descriptions of almost 200 species, this guide presents thousands of facts and figures that will help you identify, understand, and appreciate these important and remarkable animals. Each species and subspecies account includes the latest findings on abundance, size, reproductive habits, prey, habitat, behavior and venomous/nonvenomous status.
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