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The sequel to the first book which sold out in just over a year. This book is 38 pages longer and updated with many new photos and stories. Everything you need to know about looking for snakes in the southeastern and midwest United States is in this book. 97 full-color photographs.
Because Florida’s human population has increased so dramatically over the past three decades, residents are more likely than ever to encounter a snake or legless lizard. This volume is designed to dispel some of the apprehension from these encounters by providing a comprehensive, illustrated guide to the 86 species and subspecies of snakes and legless lizards living within the state. Each reptile is illustrated with a colour photograph accompanied by a range map detailing where it can be found. The descriptions of each animal provide specific details on appearance, size, behaviour and venomous qualities. Additional text addresses captive care (for those who would like to live “up close” with these animals), how to find snak (more…)
Thinking about getting a ferret? Want to make sure you’re giving the ferret you already have the best possible care? Ferrets For Dummies helps you decide whether a ferret is for you and give your little fellah a healthy, happy home. It’s packed with practical information on feeding, housing, health maintenance, and medical care. This friendly, plain-English guide gives you the authoritative information you need in a cut-to-the-chase, quick-reference format. You’ll find the latest on appropriate diets for ferrets, dental hygiene, common ferret diseases and infections, and designing and establishing an enjoyable and enriching environment for both your ferret and yourself. You’ll also get solid tips about how to (more…)
Two of the world’s foremost breeders of corn snakes joined to write the ultimate corn snake book covering every aspect of husbandry, breeding and medicine. The authors also present an up-to-date discussion of all the current morphs. As could be expected from renowned photographer Bill Love, this groundbreaking book is illustrated by numerous color photographs showing why corn snakes are the most beautiful and best pet snakes in the world.
Snakes, the best-known members of the reptile family, are some of the most popular animals in the world today. With over 120 species in the United States aloneincluding 17 poisonous varietiessnakes thrive in every region of the country. From the Rainow snakes to the Western Shovelnose snake to the Sharptail snake, dozens of species are shown in beautifully drawn detail. Anatomy, behavior, reproduction, and geographic distribution are included in the engaging text. Despite their reputation, thisHbook explains how snakes are an essential component of the web of life. About the Author Golden Guides first appeared in 1949 and quickly established themselves as authorities on subjects from Natural History to Scie (more…) |
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