Details
This volume of TERRALOG is a presentation of the venomous snakes of Asia. It portrays about 165 taxa and forms of the families Elapidae and Viperidae, and covers a geographical range from Pakistan to China and from Japan to Indonesia.
Besides some species that are illustrated in color photos for the first time, this volume also contains photos of a variety of undescribed forms. Latest taxonomic information on the systematic of the Tropidolaemus wagleri-complex is provided.
Every photography is accompanied by a symbol-based overview of the individual species’ terrarium requirements. Information on natural habitats and dietary preferences will contribute to their successful keeping and breeding in captivity.
More than 520 color photos makes TERRALOG an illustrated reference guide for scientists as well as terrarium keepers. At the same time, it is a unique synopsis of the diversity of Asian venomous snakes that will excite and electrify everybody with an interest in these beautiful and colorful snakes.
It is also an ideal field guide with lots of maps, 148 pages, hardcover.
- Hardcover: 148148 pages
- Publisher: Aqualog Verlag GmbH.; 1st. edition (March 31, 2006)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 3936027935
- ISBN-13: 978-3936027938
- Product Dimensions: 11.6 x 8.2 x 0.3 inches
