The World of Snakes - Pocket Guide

The gigantic Anaconda, the mesmerizing venomous Cobra and the incredible flying snakes of Indonesia are a few of the many fascinating species covered in this guide. The World of Snakes – edited by world-famous naturalist Jeff Corwin – teaches about the way snakes evolved, how they are built and how they behave, reproduce and survive in different habitats around the world. It also highlights some of the most familiar and unique species found worldwide, their current status, what to do if you encounter a wild snake in the wild and what you can do to help to conserve and protect these spectacular creatures. This convenient guide is an ideal, portable reference for snake-lovers and teachers alike. Jeff Corwin is an American animal and nature conservationist, best known as host and executive producer of the Animal Planet cable channel television programs, The Jeff Corwin Experience and Corwin’s Quest, and the currently playing Ocean Mysteries on ABC. Corwin has authored previous works including 100 Heartbeats, which investigates the plight of the planet’s most endangered species and the conservation heroes trying to save them.www.waterfordpress.com