Book
The snake almanac : a fully illustrated natural history of snakes worldwide / Edward R. Ricciuti.
Record details
- ISBN: 1585741787
- Physical Description: xvi, 192 p. : ill. (some col.)
- Publisher: New York : Lyons Press, c2001.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (p. [183]-185) and index. |
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| Subject: | Snakes |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
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- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | 597.96 Ric | 31681001124718 | NONFIC | Available | - |
- Blackwell North Amer
The Snake Almanac reveals that the truths about these reptiles are as fascinating as the fictions. There are more than 2,000 species of snakes, and The Snake Almanac gives upclose looks at some of the most beautiful, bizarre, and deadly.
Beginning with the snake's evolution, Edward R. Ricciuti goes on to cover the anatomy of snakes and how they move, hunt, eat, breed, and perceive the world around them. He gives a global survey of snakebites - why, when, and where they occur, and the fallacies about treating bites - and examines humankind's attitudes toward snakes, from reviling them as the devil incarnate to revering them as gods.
Full of illustrations, fact-filled tables and sidebars, and anecdotes from Ricciuti's experiences as a snake owner and observer, The Snake Almanac is for anyone interested in nature's "legless wonders." - Book News
A well illustrated, general overview of snakes and human perception of snakes written for a popular audience. Chapters speculate on the evolutionary path resulting in these reptiles, explore their physiology and behavior, their means of reproduction and their normal habitat. The book also delves into the myths surrounding snakes and the truths or falsehoods found in them, including speculations on giant snakes longer than ten meters. Additional chapters provide brief overviews of different snake species from around the world, conservation measures concerning snakes, and how to keep snakes in (as pets) or out (as pests) of the home. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
