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On Snake-Poison

A fascinating study of the actions and antidotes of snake poison, including many case studies. Written by late-19th century physician Dr A. Mueller, who was the first to introduce strychnine injections...

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Pterosaurs: Natural History, Evolution, Anatomy

<p>For 150 million years, the skies didn't belong to birds--they belonged to the pterosaurs. These flying reptiles, which include the pterodactyls, shared the world with the nonavian dinosaurs...

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Reptiles are Cool- Understanding My Gecko

Siuna Reid is a vet with over twenty years experience working with reptiles. She holds a certificate in zoo medicine (reptiles, small mammals and exotic birds). Reptiles have recently become ever more...

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Venomous Snakes of the World: A Manual for Use by U.S. Amphibious Forces

The famous Navy manual, now updated and back in print! Originally published in 1962, and fully updated and colorized by Scott Shupe, Poisonous Snakes of the World is the perfect practical guide to not...

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Rattlers & Snappers: Teachings, Tales, and Tidbits

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Chinese Water Dragons as Pets. Care, Habitat, Cages, Enclosure, Diet, Tanks...

Everything you've ever wanted to know about Chinese Water Dragons. This eBook was specifically designed for anyone who has ever wanted to own a Chinese Water Dragon. Guaranteed to satisfy your...

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Savannah and Grassland Monitors: From the Experts at Advanced Vivarium Systems

Monitors are among the most intelligent of the reptiles and rank as some of the most popular lizards kept as pets. Robert George Sprackland, an authority on monitor lizards, provides essential...

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American Alligator: Ancient Predator in the Modern World

<p>Having survived since the Mesozoic era, alligators teetered on the brink of extinction in the 1960s. Their recovery in the 1970s was largely due to legislative intervention, and today...

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The Shark that Walks on Land: And Other Strange but True Tales of Mysterious...

Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water&#133; When you dive into the sea, do you ever wonder what's down there, beneath you, poised to take an inquisitive bite? Author of Jaws...

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The African Clawed Frog or Clawed Toad. The Complete Owner's Guide. All you...

All of your African Clawed frog questions are guaranteed to be answered in this unique must have eBook. Absolutely everything you need to know about African Clawed Frogs is covered in detail. If you...

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Lone Star Field Guide to Texas Snakes

This guide describes, in detail, each and every snake of Texas, from the benign Texas long-nosed snake, to the venomous Western Cottonmouth.

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Frogs and Toads of Big Bend National Park

This fascinating look at the eleven amphibian species that call Texas' Big Bend National Park home is designed to help visitors of all ages and levels of experience understand how amphibians use the...

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A Home for Nickel

<p>Pete the green sea turtle begins his morning floating in the endless, blue ocean. But this day in the warm, life-giving heat of the Florida sun will end in crippling tragedy. A passing boat...

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Texas Rattlesnake Roundups

Covered by the Wild World of Sports, National Public Radio, and <i>National Geographic</i>, Texas rattlesnake roundups like those in Sweetwater, Texas, draw both fascinated tourists and...

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Field Guide to Frogs of Western Australia

Western Australia is home to more than one third of the known frog species in Australia and new ones are still being discovered. This guide presents up to date information on all species, including...

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Snakebit: Confessions of a Herpetologist

<EM><STRONG>Snakebit</STRONG></EM> traces author <STRONG>Leslie Anthony</STRONG>'s journey from a childhood fascination with snakes and amphibians through academic...

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Venomous Snakes of Texas: A Field Guide

Texas has about one hundred twenty native species and subspecies of snakes, fifteen of which are venomous. Since 1950, Texans have turned to the Poisonous Snakes of Texas pamphlet series published by...

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Texas Snakes: A Field Guide

From the legendary, fear-inspiring western diamond-backed rattlesnake to the tiny, harmless plains blind snake, Texas has a greater diversity of snake species than any other state in the country. This...

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Mammals, Amphibians, and Reptiles of Costa Rica: A Field Guide

To help visitors, as well as local residents, identify and enjoy the wildlife of Costa Rica, Carrol L. Henderson published Field Guide to the Wildlife of Costa Rica in 2002, and it instantly became the...

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U.S. Guide to Venomous Snakes and Their Mimics

This easy-to-use guide is the most comprehensive resource for snake admirers in the United States. Full-color photographs for almost every snake in the country make for easy reference, and dividing the...

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