Michael Cermak 
Spectacular Snakes of Australia [EPUB ebook] 

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Spectacular Snakes of Australia showcases these beautiful creatures which play such an important part in our biodiversity. It portrays most of the species found in Australia, such as tiger snakes, copperheads, brown snakes, death adders and sea snakes, up close and personal. It also includes some unique photographs, such as the hatching of scrub pythons, that offer a rare glimpse into their more intimate lives.The informative text, based on the latest research, describes the reproductive biology, behaviour, predators and prey of these reptiles, as well as their habitat and conservation values. Readers will explore the importance of colours and patterns in allowing snakes to blend into their environment, their defence and attack mechanisms, and the adaptations they have undergone to cope with their surroundings. In addition, the author provides some anecdotes on his encounters with snakes, and clears up a few myths regarding snake behaviour.Richly illustrated with exceptional photographs, Spectacular Snakes of Australia features the deadly serious as well as the quirky from snakes that love water to those with potent venom, and even snakes that are blind! This book is a real treat for snake lovers.

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Langue Anglais ● Format EPUB ● Pages 128 ● ISBN 9780643102804 ● Maison d’édition CSIRO PUBLISHING ● Publié 2008 ● Téléchargeable 6 fois ● Devise EUR ● ID 2798310 ● Protection contre la copie Adobe DRM
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