Australia's Dangerous Snakes: Identification, Biology and Envenoming

Brand: CSIRO Publishing

Author: Mirtschin, Peter

Edition: 1

Number Of Pages: 432

EAN: 9780643106734

Release Date: 28-02-2018

Languages: English

Binding: hardcover

Package Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 1.1 inches

Details: Australia’s Dangerous Snakes examines the biology, natural history, venom properties, and bite treatment of medically-important, venomous marine and terrestrial snakes. It contains comprehensive identification profiles for each species, supported by keys and photographs. In addition to their medical importance, the environmental roles of these snakes and the threats that are causing the decline of many of these reptiles are discussed. Drawing on the authors’ experience in the fields of herpetology, toxinology, and clinical medicine, this book stimulates respect and admiration and dispels fear of Australia’s fascinating snakes.