{"product_id":"9780691240664","title":"Snakes of the World","description":"Author: Mark O'Shea\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9780691240664\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Princeton University Press\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 01 Jul 2023\u003cbr\u003ePages: 240\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA gorgeously illustrated guide to the incredible diversity of snakes around the world.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSnakes are found on every continent except Antarctica and have evolved to occupy a vast range of habitats, from mountains to oceans and deserts to rain forests. \u003ci\u003eSnakes of the World\u003c\/i\u003e explores their extraordinary diversity, with an in-depth introduction covering anatomy, behaviour, habitats, reproduction, conservation, and other essential topics. This expert guide also includes profiles of some of the approximately 4,000 species of snakes, featuring examples from every family and subfamily.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach family profile highlights the remarkable appearance, characteristics, and lifestyle of notable snake species. Covering how snakes use venom or constriction to subdue their prey, how a snake's appearance can aid camouflage or boast of its killing capacity, and how habitat destruction is jeopardising the future of many species, \u003ci\u003eSnakes of the World\u003c\/i\u003e is an invaluable guide to these fascinating reptiles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47845870895262,"sku":"ADS-9780691240664","price":49.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9780691240664.jpg?v=1781223500","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9780691240664","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}