Snakes of the Eastern United States

Snakes of the Eastern United States
Author: Whit Gibbons
Publisher: University of Georgia Press
Total Pages: 426
Release: 2017-04-15
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0820349704

More than sixty species of snakes are found in the eastern United States, the region of highest biodiversity of all reptiles and amphibians in North America. In this brand new guide, stunning photographs, colorful geographic range maps, and comprehensive written accounts provide essential information about each species—including detailed identification characteristics, general ecology and behavior, and conservation status. Carefully researched and written by an expert herpetologist, the guide is directed toward a general audience interested in natural history. Additional information supports the already fact-filled snake species profiles. A chapter on urban and suburban snake ecology focuses on species most commonly found in some of the country’s largest cities and residential settings. A chapter on snake conservation includes information on threats faced by native species in many regions of the eastern United States. Another chapter provides the latest updates on the status of invasive species of pythons and boa constrictors that have now become naturalized permanent residents in certain areas of the country. This is the most accessible and informative guide to snakes of the eastern United States available anywhere. Covers snakes in these states (plus Washington, DC): Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Features: More than 385 stunning color photographsColorful geographic range mapsSpecies accounts that cover identification, general ecology and behavior, and conservation statusExtra information on snakes in urban and suburban areasStrong conservation message, with a focus on environmental threats to native speciesCoverage of invasive snakes

Snakes of North America

Snakes of North America
Author: Alan Tennant
Publisher: Taylor Trade Publishing
Total Pages: 636
Release: 2003-06-19
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1461662192

Providing thorough descriptions of almost 200 species, this guide presents thousands of facts and figures that will help you identify, understand, and appreciate these important and remarkable animals. Each species and subspecies account includes the latest findings on abundance, size, reproductive habits, prey, habitat, behavior and venomous/nonvenomous status.

Snakes of Eastern North America

Snakes of Eastern North America
Author: Carl H. Ernst
Publisher: Fairfax, Va. : George Mason University Press
Total Pages: 320
Release: 1989
Genre: Nature
ISBN:

The first treatise to be published in thirty years on the 58 snakes found in eastern North America, Snakes of Eastern North America provides a current summary of the taxonomy, ecology, and behavior of each species. Selected by CHOICE as Outstanding Academic book of 1989. Table of Contents: Preface; Introduction; Identification of Snakes; Typhlopidae: Blind Snakes; Colubridae: Colubrid Snakes; Glossary of Scientific Names; Bibliography; Index

Snakes of the Southeast

Snakes of the Southeast
Author: J. Whitfield Gibbons
Publisher: University of Georgia Press
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2005
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780820326528

Featuring more than three hundred color photographs and nearly fifty distribution maps, Snakes of the Southeast is stuffed with both entertaining and detailed, in-depth information. Includes and explores size charts, key identifiers (scales, body shape, patterns, and color), descriptions of habitat, behavior and activity, food and feeding, reproduction, predators and defense, and conservation.

Venomous Snakes of the World

Venomous Snakes of the World
Author: Department of the Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2013-07
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 162087623X

The famous Navy manual, now updated and back in...

Snakes of North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia

Snakes of North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia
Author: George Heinrich
Publisher: Quick Reference Pub Incorporated
Total Pages: 12
Release: 2011-07-31
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781936913053

Snakes of North Carolina, South Carolina & Georgia: This fact-filled identification guide is an excellent resource for all outdoor and nature enthusiasts. It describes all 44 species of snakes found in this region of the eastern United States, including 6 venomous snakes. The guide also features color photos that make it ideal for field use. Common and scientific names, average adult length, habitat, diet, and behavior are described. Tips on field identification and safety instructions are also presented. The 12 panels of this laminated and waterproof guide fold up into a handy pocket-size, making it sturdy enough to withstand repeated use in the field.

Snakes of Virginia

Snakes of Virginia
Author: Donald W. Linzey
Publisher: University of Virginia Press
Total Pages: 228
Release: 2002
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780813921549

The classic field guide to snakes found in the Old Dominion, now available in paperback.

Invasive Pythons in the United States

Invasive Pythons in the United States
Author: Michael E. Dorcas
Publisher: University of Georgia Press
Total Pages: 173
Release: 2011
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0820338354

"Dorcas and Willson provide a much needed examination of the growing impact of Burmese pythons as an invasiue spcies in the United States By highlighting The many dangers and detrimental effects the introduction of nonnative pythons has caused in the Everglades this book documents the mounting threat that invasives pose to ecosystems everywhere. The first book to focus solely on this issue, Invasive Pythons in the United States is well researched, well illustrated, and well timed" --Book Jacket.