Snake Secrets

Author : David A. Steen
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
ISBN 13 : 1623497973
Total Pages : 186 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Secrets of Snakes written by David A. Steen and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2019-09-23 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner, 2020 National Outdoor Book Award, Nature and the Environment Snakes inspire extreme reactions. Love or hate these limbless reptiles, almost everyone is fascinated by them. Although snakes are widespread and frequently encountered, they may be more misunderstood than any other group of animals. From giant rattlesnakes to mating dances, there are dozens of myths and misconceptions about snakes. In Secrets of Snakes: The Science beyond the Myths, wildlife biologist David Steen tackles the most frequently asked questions and clears up prevailing myths. In a conversational style with a bit of humor, Steen presents the relevant biology and natural history of snakes, making the latest scientific research accessible to a general audience. When addressing myths about snakes, he explains how researchers use the scientific method to explain which parts of the myth are biologically plausible and which are not. Steen also takes a close look at conventional wisdom and common advice about snakes. For example, people are told they can distinguish coralsnakes from non-venomous mimics by remembering the rhyme, “red on black, friend of Jack, red on yellow, kill a fellow,” but this tip is only relevant to coralsnakes and two mimics living in the southeastern United States, and it does not always work with other species or in other countries. Enhanced by more than 100 stunning color photographs and three original drawings, Secrets of Snakes: The Science beyond the Myths encourages readers to learn about the snakes around them and introduces them to how scientists use the scientific method and critical thinking to learn about the natural world. Number Sixty-one: W. L. Moody Jr. Natural History Series

Author : John C. Murphy
Publisher : iUniverse
ISBN 13 : 1450221270
Total Pages : 421 pages
Book Rating : 4.76/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Secrets of the Snake Charmer written by John C. Murphy and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2010-04-16 with total page 421 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Note that there is a companion website for this book and it can be seen at: http://secretsofthesnakecharmer.blogspot.com/ Humans and snakes have an intimate and ancient relationship that often revolves around either love or hate. Snakes can be seen as gods, spiritual messengers, symbols of fertility, and guardians of resources in virtually all cultures. But to those that fear them, snakes are seen as venomous creatures that cannot be trusted. In Secrets of the Snake Charmer, John Murphy, a research associate of the Division of Amphibians and Reptiles in the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago, provides an in-depth, twenty-first century look at snakes utilizing the published research of other herpetologists as well as his own personal experiences and speculations. Murphy covers a wide range of topics such as the adaptability of snakes, the ways in which evolution has tinkered with snakes during the last 160 million years, and the impact snakes have on the ecological communities they live in. While sharing ideas about the origin of snakes, rattlesnake rattles, and spitting in cobras, Murphy presents an innovative portrayal of snakes that proves they co-evolve with their prey, predators, and parasites in order to fulfill a significant and novel role in the web of life.

Author : Lanny Harward
Publisher : Frank Amato Publications
ISBN 13 : 9781571880499
Total Pages : 96 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Snake River Secrets written by Lanny Harward and published by Frank Amato Publications. This book was released on 1996 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a must for anyone who travels the rivers and streams of the Snake River Basin by canoe, small raft, rowboat, or drift boat. This comprehensive guide includes: distances, float times, scenery, historical information, fishing opportunities, how technical each section is, accessibility, wildlife you'll encounter . . . No trip to the Snake River is complete without this book.

Author : J. M. Roever
Publisher : Walker
ISBN 13 : 9780802763327
Total Pages : 155 pages
Book Rating : 4.24/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Snake Secrets written by J. M. Roever and published by Walker. This book was released on 1979-01-01 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the behavior of snakes, how to dissect and study the internal organs, and how to keep snakes as pets.

Author : Jesús A. Rivas
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 0199732876
Total Pages : 421 pages
Book Rating : 4.76/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Anaconda written by Jesús A. Rivas and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2020 with total page 421 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Anaconda tells the unexpected story of the world's largest snake. Written by Jes�s Rivas, the undisputed expert on the biology of anacondas, this is the first authoritative book on the biology of the green anaconda. In this book, Rivas describes his experiences over a quarter of a century, exploring the secret life of these fantastic snakes, including: their diet, movement patterns, life and tribulations, survival, behavior, and fascinating reproductive life. More than just presenting facts about anacondas, Rivas tells his story about studying them in the field. Anaconda presents a comprehensive treatment of the natural history of the elusive green anacondas. Drawing on twenty-five years of research on this reptile in the wild and in captivity, Rivas delves into the biology, behavior, demography, reproductive habits, and diet of the anaconda, as well as issues relating to its conservation. Rivas uses an ecological and evolutionary framework to present his research and supplements hard data with descriptions of his research methods, including how he tracked down the anaconda for observation and study in wild. The resulting book is a complete and engaging examination of the world's largest snake. The rich photographs provided, paired with Rivas' storytelling, makes this the perfect book for anyone looking to learn (or even learn more!) about this mysterious snake.

Author : Philip Gardiner
Publisher : Reality Press
ISBN 13 : 9780977790432
Total Pages : 160 pages
Book Rating : 4.36/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Secrets of the Serpent written by Philip Gardiner and published by Reality Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Secrets of the Serpent: In Search of the Sacred Past by Philip Gardiner Across time and across the world, an ancient serpent cult once dominated mankind. Then a great battle ensued and Christianity stamped it's authority on the face of the planet. Now, after years of research, the real religious history of the world can be told. In Secrets of the Serpent, Philip Gardiner for the first time reveals the world's most mysterious places were once sacred to the Serpent Cult. The history and mythology of the so-called reptilian agenda and alien visitation in ancient times now has a solid opponent - giving answers for the many symbols and myths often confused by those who believe in such things. In Secrets of the Serpent, the author reveals the real "bloodline" spoken of by Dan Brown in the Da Vinci Code- it was in fact a serpent bloodline. Philip Gardiner is the international best selling author of The Shining Ones, The Serpent Grail, Gnosis: The Secret of Solomon's Temple Revealed and Proof - Does God Exist? He has appeared on hundreds of radio and television programs worldwide speaking on religion and propaganda. He has infiltrated various secret societies and been initiated into Orders many people had thought were long forgotten. Committed to the constant struggle to uncover the real history of mankind and the unraveling of manipulative propaganda, he has come up against many obstacles and yet in his book, The Serpent Grail he reveals a truth about the Holy Grail that gained the backing of academia and scholars. The truth shall be found in the Secrets of the Serpent

Author : Jonathan Cahn
Publisher : Charisma Media
ISBN 13 : 1629989428
Total Pages : 388 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Book of Mysteries written by Jonathan Cahn and published by Charisma Media. This book was released on 2016-09-06 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York Times Best Seller! 1500 5-Star Reviews! From the author that brought you NEW YORK TIMES best selling books The Harbinger, The Mystery of the Shemitah, and The Paradigm selling over 3 MILLION copies Imagine if you discovered a treasure chest in which were hidden ancient mysteries, revelations from heaven, secrets of the ages, the answers to man’s most enduring, age-old questions, and the hidden keys that can transform your life to joy, success, and blessing…This is The Book of Mysteries.

Author : Trudi Strain Trueit
Publisher : Children's Press(CT)
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 56 pages
Book Rating : 4.76/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Snakes written by Trudi Strain Trueit and published by Children's Press(CT). This book was released on 2003 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ideal for today's young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.

Author : Kate Cruise
Publisher : Speedy Publishing LLC
ISBN 13 : 1631875949
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.46/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Snake Adventure Book: Discover Amazing Snakes, Snake Pictures, Snakes As Pets written by Kate Cruise and published by Speedy Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2013-09-26 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This snake adventure book contains a journey of fun facts, amazing discoveries, curious and intriguing stories about snakes, and amazing pictures of snakes. You will find some interesting revelations and secrets you probably never heard about snakes. Some myths and truths, and other curious stuff about snakes that children just find cool and groovy to know are also included. This book will take your child through a journey of interesting facts, amazing discoveries, curious and intriguing stories about snakes, and touching pictures of snakes that are going to stimulate your child's interest to learn more about these mysterious & gracious creatures. You will find some interesting revelations and secrets you probably never heard about snakes. Did you know that in captivity, many of the snake species can live for surprisingly very long times. The average is somewhere between 18-20 years! As a mother of 3 young children and with the experience as an elementary teacher, science researcher, writer and publisher of many publications for kids, Kate Cruise has learned to listen & to interact with kids. It is a book series inspired by kids and for kids! Kids learn about new and interesting facts so that a combination of both the curious and the new materials and facts together with the visual aspect of the pictures. Children are entertained with the coolness factor of the discovery book plus they learn some new and a little bit harder to retain facts simultaneously with the cool stuff and this is how the child is going to retain all of the information. The discovery books work in synchronization with the brain and not against the brain like some dull textbooks try to teach things. Stimulation of thought and contemplation increases intelligence and the brain power & TV kills the brain cells of your child. Parents & home-schoolers alike are reporting unprecedented results with children who usually hate reading books. Suitable for kids age 5+

Author : Paulette Cooper
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781580080354
Total Pages : 181 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book 277 Secrets Your Snake and Lizard Wants You to Know written by Paulette Cooper and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paulette Cooper's ssssssscintillating 277 SECRETS YOUR SNAKE WANTS YOU TO KNOW is the follow-up to her immensely popular dog- and cat-focused titles. Prospective snake owners will find this guide an invaluable introduction, and veteran snake lovers will uncoil with laughter when they read the author's hilarious anecdotes about their favorite fork-tongued friends. For those who prefer reptiles of a different feather (er, scale), there are additional tips on lizards.