| The World of Snakes Contributor(s): Corwin, Jeff (Author), Waterford Press (Author), Leung Raymond (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1583558500 ISBN-13: 9781583558508 Publisher: Waterford Press OUR PRICE: $7.16 Product Type: Other Published: January 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Nature | Animals - Reptiles & Amphibians - Nature | Animals - Wildlife - Nature | Endangered Species |
| Dewey: 597.9 |
| Series: Jeff Corwin's Explorer |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 3.9" W x 7.9" (0.05 lbs) 12 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: 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. |
Contributor Bio(s): Corwin, Jeff: - 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 plant's most endangered species and the conservation heroes trying to save them.Kavanagh, James: - Zoologist Jim Kavanagh has made a career out of introducing novices to plants, animals, the sciences and world cultures. In addition to creating over 500 simplified nature guides, he has also authored guides to languages, cities and outdoor skills. An avid traveler and backpacker, Kavanagh's path has taken him around the world to many remote destinations including the upper Amazon, Africa, Australia, and the Arctic Circle (and this is just the As). He is also the author of a series of state-specific guides to common species and natural attractions and a children's book on evolution.Press, Waterford: - With 650+ titles in print and 6.5 million copies sold, Waterford Press publishes the largest line of folding-format reference guides in the industry. Our mission is to connect people to the natural world by making knowledge about wildlife identification, outdoor recreation, travel, and safety and survival skills accessible to a wide audience.Corwin, Jeffrey: - 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 plant's most endangered species and the conservation heroes trying to save them. |