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:
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.
- 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.
- ISBN10 1626364915
- ISBN13 9781626364912
- Publish Date 13 September 2013 (first published 18 July 2013)
- Publish Status Out of Stock
- Out of Print 20 April 2022
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Skyhorse Publishing
- Edition Not for Online
- Format eBook
- Pages 336
- Language English