Author: Natalie K. Humphrey
Publisher: Enslow Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 197851767X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
The black mamba is a deadly predator, but just what makes it so dangerous? From a set of hollow fangs specially designed to deliver venom to the mind-blowing speed of their strike, the black mamba will thrill and excite young snake lovers to learn more. Featuring brilliant photographs of what gives this snake its name, this book is perfect for every young reader ready to jump into the fascinating world of this dangerous snake.
Black Mamba: Fast and Deadly
Author: Natalie K. Humphrey
Publisher: Enslow Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 197851767X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
The black mamba is a deadly predator, but just what makes it so dangerous? From a set of hollow fangs specially designed to deliver venom to the mind-blowing speed of their strike, the black mamba will thrill and excite young snake lovers to learn more. Featuring brilliant photographs of what gives this snake its name, this book is perfect for every young reader ready to jump into the fascinating world of this dangerous snake.
Publisher: Enslow Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 197851767X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
The black mamba is a deadly predator, but just what makes it so dangerous? From a set of hollow fangs specially designed to deliver venom to the mind-blowing speed of their strike, the black mamba will thrill and excite young snake lovers to learn more. Featuring brilliant photographs of what gives this snake its name, this book is perfect for every young reader ready to jump into the fascinating world of this dangerous snake.
Black Mambas
Author: Nancy White
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
ISBN: 1597169226
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
The black mamba is one of the most dangerous snakes in the world. It is big, fast, and very aggressive when threatened. It is also highly poisonous: a black mamba’s potent venom can kill a person within 20 minutes. A single bite has enough venom to kill 20-40 grown men! Needless to say, without treatment a black mamba bite is 100% fatal. Packed with fascinating facts and large, colorful photos, Black Mambas: Sudden Death! introduces emergent readers to the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of this deadly serpent.
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
ISBN: 1597169226
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
The black mamba is one of the most dangerous snakes in the world. It is big, fast, and very aggressive when threatened. It is also highly poisonous: a black mamba’s potent venom can kill a person within 20 minutes. A single bite has enough venom to kill 20-40 grown men! Needless to say, without treatment a black mamba bite is 100% fatal. Packed with fascinating facts and large, colorful photos, Black Mambas: Sudden Death! introduces emergent readers to the natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of this deadly serpent.
The Black Mamba
Author: Lisa Owings
Publisher: Bellwether Media
ISBN: 1612117090
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Black mambas give snakes a bad name. They are aggressive and have a bite that is usually a death sentence. Their venom is 10 to 15 times stronger than a rattlesnake's! Tread carefully as you move from page to page. The black mambas inside are ready to strike!
Publisher: Bellwether Media
ISBN: 1612117090
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Black mambas give snakes a bad name. They are aggressive and have a bite that is usually a death sentence. Their venom is 10 to 15 times stronger than a rattlesnake's! Tread carefully as you move from page to page. The black mambas inside are ready to strike!
Black Mamba
Author: Angelo Gangemi
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
ISBN: 9781433945298
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Introduces the black mamba and describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, habitat, and predatory behavior.
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
ISBN: 9781433945298
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Introduces the black mamba and describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, habitat, and predatory behavior.
Black Mamba
Author: Angelo Gangemi
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
ISBN: 1433945320
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Learn interesting facts about black mambas.
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
ISBN: 1433945320
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Learn interesting facts about black mambas.
THE SNAKE
Venomous Snakes of the World
Author: Department of the Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1628734167
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 687
Book Description
Originally published in 1962, and fully updated and colorized by Scott Shupe, Poisonous Snakes of the World is the perfect practical guide to not only snake bite survival, but to understand and identifying every venomous snake on the planet. Even if no life hangs in the balance, this manual is a great reference guide for the outdoors enthusiast, the reptile lover, or anyone with a thirst for pragmatic, how-to knowledge. With this comprehensive edition, you will be armed with one of the most thorough volumes available for dealing with these incredible reptiles, including definitive advice on: Precautions to avoid snake bites. Identifying the symptoms and signs of snake venom poisoning. First-Aid and medical treatments. Recognizing poisonous snakes. Indigenous species to various regions around the world. Sources of Antivenin. Snakes can be among some of the most deadly creatures on the planet. They are also extremely fascinating, and by taking the proper precautions, can be enjoyed and appreciated. From the Monocle Cobra to the Gaboon Viper, learn to fear and respect these incredible reptiles.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1628734167
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 687
Book Description
Originally published in 1962, and fully updated and colorized by Scott Shupe, Poisonous Snakes of the World is the perfect practical guide to not only snake bite survival, but to understand and identifying every venomous snake on the planet. Even if no life hangs in the balance, this manual is a great reference guide for the outdoors enthusiast, the reptile lover, or anyone with a thirst for pragmatic, how-to knowledge. With this comprehensive edition, you will be armed with one of the most thorough volumes available for dealing with these incredible reptiles, including definitive advice on: Precautions to avoid snake bites. Identifying the symptoms and signs of snake venom poisoning. First-Aid and medical treatments. Recognizing poisonous snakes. Indigenous species to various regions around the world. Sources of Antivenin. Snakes can be among some of the most deadly creatures on the planet. They are also extremely fascinating, and by taking the proper precautions, can be enjoyed and appreciated. From the Monocle Cobra to the Gaboon Viper, learn to fear and respect these incredible reptiles.
The Species Seekers: Heroes, Fools, and the Mad Pursuit of Life on Earth
Author: Richard Conniff
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393341321
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 481
Book Description
Conniff tells the story of bold adventurers who risked death to discover strange life forms in the farthest corners of planet Earth.
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393341321
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 481
Book Description
Conniff tells the story of bold adventurers who risked death to discover strange life forms in the farthest corners of planet Earth.
A Complete Guide to the Snakes of Southern Africa
Author: Johan Marais
Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa
ISBN: 1775847489
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 1026
Book Description
This long-awaited third edition of A Complete Guide to the Snakes of Southern Africa has been updated, revised and expanded. New information based on scientific research relating to behaviour, identification, reproduction and snake venoms has been included in the species accounts. Features of this book: Covers all essential aspects of snake biology and behaviour; species descriptions are accompanied by full-colour photographs and distribution maps; simple icons make essential information available at a glance; a separate ‘key features’ box assists in quickly identifying species in the field; chapters on classification and identification, keeping snakes, and the treatment of snakebite supplement the species accounts. Sales points: A guide to all snakes, dangerous and harmless, in southern Africa; practical first-aid advice for snakebite; packed with full-colour images; icons, maps and concise text make identification simple.
Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa
ISBN: 1775847489
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 1026
Book Description
This long-awaited third edition of A Complete Guide to the Snakes of Southern Africa has been updated, revised and expanded. New information based on scientific research relating to behaviour, identification, reproduction and snake venoms has been included in the species accounts. Features of this book: Covers all essential aspects of snake biology and behaviour; species descriptions are accompanied by full-colour photographs and distribution maps; simple icons make essential information available at a glance; a separate ‘key features’ box assists in quickly identifying species in the field; chapters on classification and identification, keeping snakes, and the treatment of snakebite supplement the species accounts. Sales points: A guide to all snakes, dangerous and harmless, in southern Africa; practical first-aid advice for snakebite; packed with full-colour images; icons, maps and concise text make identification simple.
Deadly Snakes
Author: Lisa McCourt
Publisher: Troll Communications
ISBN: 9780816743827
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
A series of books offering each child an opportunity to progress at an individual pace -- with stories designed to appeal to a wide range of interests and abilities -- so that every beginning reader experiences success.
Publisher: Troll Communications
ISBN: 9780816743827
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
A series of books offering each child an opportunity to progress at an individual pace -- with stories designed to appeal to a wide range of interests and abilities -- so that every beginning reader experiences success.