So Many Snakes, So Little Time : Uncovering the Secret Lives of Australia’s Serpents Paperback / softback
by Rick Shine
Paperback / softback
Description
Snakes are creatures of mystery, arousing fear in many people but fascination in a few.
Recent research has transformed our understanding of the behaviour and ecology of these animals, revealed their important roles in diverse ecosystems, and discovered new and effective ways to conserve their populations and to promote coexistence between snakes and people.
One of the leading contributors to that scientific revolution has been Prof Rick Shine.
Based in Australia, whose snake fauna is diverse and often dangerous, his experiences and anecdotes will inspire a new generation of serpent scientists.
Spellbinding stories highlight the challenges, frustrations, and joys of discovery, and give the reader a greater appreciation of these often-slandered slithering reptiles. Key Features Documents the important role played by a preeminent herpetologist. Focuses on research conducted in Australia, especially on snakes. Summarizes highly influential conservation studies. Explores the ways in which research has deepened our understanding of snakes.
Information
-
Only a few left - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:292 pages, 31 Halftones, color; 45 Halftones, black and white; 31 Illustrations, color; 45 Illustrat
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:05/07/2022
- Category:
- ISBN:9781032232928
Other Formats
- Hardback from £84.69
£32.99
£30.95
Information
-
Only a few left - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:292 pages, 31 Halftones, color; 45 Halftones, black and white; 31 Illustrations, color; 45 Illustrat
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:05/07/2022
- Category:
- ISBN:9781032232928
