Field Guide to Snakes and other Reptiles of Zambia and Malawi
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- ISBN 9781775847373
- Dimensions: 148 x 210mm
- Publication Date: 30 Sep 2021
- Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa
- Publication City/Country: ZA
- Product Form: Paperback
- Language: English
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Zambia and Malawi are home to 240 known snake, lizard, terrapin, tortoise and crocodile species. Snakes and other Reptiles of Zambia and Malawi is the first field guide to describe every species of reptile known to occur in this region – including 14 endemics and several new discoveries. Comprehensive descriptions of each order, suborder, family, genus and species. Species descriptions cover identifying features, behaviour, prey and predators, reproduction, range, and danger to humans. Accounts are supported by stunning colour photographs and up-to-date distribution maps that draw on over 16,000 recorded observations. Dichotomous identification keys guide users to the correct genus and species. Introduction includes clear diagrams of morphological features and unpacks the region’s biogeography and diverse habitat types, different venom types and the basic principles of snakebite treatment. This comprehensive field guide – the first of its kind for the region – will appeal to both experienced herpetologists and nature enthusiasts in general. Sales points: Definitive guide to the 240 known reptile species of Zambia and Malawi; authoritative text by leaders in the field; up to date, including several new discoveries; supported by excellent colour photographs; accessible to both scientists and laypersons.
Luke Verburgt is a zoological scientist specialising in herpetology, and has worked across 19 African countries. He is director of the consultancy Enviro-Insight and extraordinary lecturer at the University of Pretoria.
