Snakes of the Eastern United States
by Whit Gibbons
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Pub Date Apr 15 2017 | Archive Date May 01 2017
Description
More than sixty species of snakes are found in the eastern United States, the region of highest biodiversity of all reptiles and amphibians in North America. In this brand new guide, stunning photographs, colorful geographic range maps, and comprehensive written accounts provide essential information about each species—including detailed identification characteristics, general ecology and behavior, and conservation status. Carefully researched and written, the guide is directed toward a general audience interested in natural history.
Additional information supports the already fact-filled snake species profiles. A chapter on urban and suburban snake ecology focuses on species most commonly found in some of the country’s largest cities and residential settings. A chapter on snake conservation includes information on threats faced by native species in many regions of the eastern United States. Another chapter provides the latest updates on the status of invasive species of pythons and boa constrictors that have now become naturalized permanent residents in certain areas of the country. This is the most accessible and informative guide to snakes of the eastern United States available anywhere.
Features:
-More than 385 stunning color photographs
-Colorful geographic range maps
-Species accounts that cover identification, general ecology and behavior, and conservation status
-Extra information on snakes in urban and suburban areas
-Strong conservation message, with a focus on environmental threats to native species
-Coverage of invasive snakes
Covers snakes in these states (plus Washington, DC): Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin.
A Note From the Publisher
Advance Praise
“Snakes of the Eastern United States is
extraordinarily informative about snake biology and impresses on the
reader that snakes are an integral part of the natural world we share
with them. This book will go far toward educating the public and
encouraging everyone to respect these intriguing creatures.”
—Jim Fowler, Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom
“I have always enjoyed learning about snakes and found this book to be
the best source I have seen to continue doing so. Great job with awesome
illustrations.”
—Jeff Corwin, Animal Planet
"With excellent identification guidance, exceptional range maps, and
stunning photographs that capture habitat and behavior as well as the
species, Snakes of the Eastern United States is sure to become a
trusted reference for the exploring naturalist. Snakes have fascinated
me since boyhood, and I wish this book had been available then. I'm glad
it is now."
—Hank Paulson, 74th United States Secretary of the Treasury and Chairman, The Paulson Institute
"This superbly illustrated and authoratative volume takes us on a
detailed yet easily understandable tour through the magnificent snakes
of the eastern USA. If you want to learn about snake biology, recognize
the snake that just appeared in your back yard, or simply glory in the
beauty of these spectacular animals, then this is the book for you."
—Rick Shine, University of Sydney
"In 1910, Teddy Roosevelt proclaimed ‘We need a literature of science
which shall be readable.’ In today’s age of instant gratification, we
also need a literature of science that is enjoyable, and with Snakes of the Eastern United States fulfills
this goal. To conserve snakes, a shunned group at best, they must be
understood; that once they are understood they will be appreciated; and
that once they are appreciated, they will be conserved. Books such as
this are critical, because they form the foundation of today’s
bottom-up, grassroots conservation efforts."
—Michael J. Lannoo, Indiana University School of Medicine
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780820349701 |
| PRICE | $32.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 432 |
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Reviewer 284405
Whit Gibbons' Snakes of the Eastern United States is an informative book on the over 60 snake species found in the eastern US. I most appreciated the tip on distinguishing venomous and non-venomous snakes. Even more reassuring was the data on snake bites and fatalities. The full color photographs of each snake featured helped reinforce the identification material. I will never be a fan of snakes, but I did want to be able to identify the type of snakes I see. The book also covers invasive species of snakes. The book is well written with clear, concise information.
Elizabeth M, Reviewer
Snakes of the Eastern United States by Whit Gibbons
Nonfiction
What's it's about:
More than sixty species of snakes are found in the eastern United States, the region of highest biodiversity of all reptiles and amphibians in North America. In this brand new guide, stunning photographs, colorful geographic range maps, and comprehensive written accounts provide essential information about each species—including detailed identification characteristics, general ecology and behavior, and conservation status. Carefully researched and written by an expert herpetologist, the guide is directed toward a general audience interested in natural history.
Additional information supports the already fact-filled snake species profiles. A chapter on urban and suburban snake ecology focuses on species most commonly found in some of the country’s largest cities and residential settings. A chapter on snake conservation includes information on threats faced by native species in many regions of the eastern United States. Another chapter provides the latest updates on the status of invasive species of pythons and boa constrictors that have now become naturalized permanent residents in certain areas of the country. This is the most accessible and informative guide to snakes of the eastern United States available anywhere.
Features:
- More than 385 stunning color photographs
- Colorful geographic range maps
- Species accounts that cover identification, general ecology and behavior, and conservation status
- Extra information on snakes in urban and suburban areas
- Strong conservation message, with a focus on environmental threats to native species
- Coverage of invasive snakes
Covers snakes in these states (plus Washington, DC): Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin
My thoughts
Five stars
What I loved about it:
More than 385 stunning color photographs
Colorful geographic range maps
Species accounts that cover identification, general ecology and behavior, and conservation status
Extra information on snakes in urban and suburban areas
Strong conservation message, with a focus on environmental threats to native species
Coverage of invasive snakes
Covers snakes in these states : Washington, DC): Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin
stunning photographs , colorful geographic range maps, and comprehensive written accounts provide essential information about each species—including detailed identification characteristics, general ecology and behavior, and conservation status. Carefully researched and written by an expert herpetologist
What I didn't like:
There was nothing to dislike about this book,
Infact it gave a better understanding about them and made me understand in same ways why some many people love them ,even if I'm not one of them , and that's saying something since I'm deadly afraid of them always have been, so if you love read about animals and natural like I do then this is a book you have to read.And add to your collection.Once again a big thinks to NetGalley for giving me a chance at reading what tuned out to be a really great book, infact I can't wait to get a copy when I can
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