A Complete Guide to the Snakes of Southern Africa - Johan Marais

 2004 SC 2nd Revised Edition 311pp

In very good condition, appears as new, unread, or lightly read, spine still fresh and uncreased, very little to no shelfwear, clean, tight and unmarked.

This detailed and comprehensive guide to the 151 snakes indigenous to southern Africa covers all essential aspects of snake biology and behavior.

Now in its second edition, A Complete Guide to the Snakes of Southern Africa has been updated, revised and expanded to include at least 11 newly discovered and 30 re-classified species and sub-species.

New information based on international scientific research has been included in the species accounts relating to behavior, identification, reproduction and snake venom.

This readable and user-friendly guide will be invaluable to herpetologists, snake collectors, hikers, gardeners, campers and householders, or anyone who may encounter or want to know more about these fascinating and widely misunderstood reptiles.