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Snakes of Italy

Herpetological Treatise on the Biology and Iconography of Italian Ophidians
SpringerBriefs in Animal Sciences

von: Gabriele Achille, Franco Andreone, Massimo Capula, Stefano Maugeri, Franco Pedrotti, Marco A.L. Zuffi
53,49 €
Verlag:	Springer
Format:	PDF
Veröffentl.:	20.01.2015
ISBN/EAN:	9783319141060
Sprache:	englisch

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Titelbeschreibung

<p>This book offers a comprehensive review of the biology of snakes, focusing on Italian species. The snakes of Italy belong to the two families Colubridae and Viperidae, and for each species the systematic classification and chorology including distribution maps are presented. Furthermore, readers will learn how to carry out field studies, how to handle snakes and how to photograph them. The book concludes with a chapter on the iconography of historical Italian snakes and their importance in popular science, and one on myths and legends. This SpringerBriefs volume will appeal to herpetologists and technical staff. The section on iconography may also be of interest to museum staff.</p>

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction.- Reptiles.- Biology and Origin of Snakes.- The Venom.- Feeding.- Conservation and Protection.- Field Studies.- How to Handle Snakes.- How to Photograph Snakes.- Determination.- Information Sheets.- The Habitat of Italian Snakes.- Iconography of Italian Snakes.- Myths and Legends About Italian Snakes.

Sonderbeitrag

Provides an accessible and succinct overview Numerous color illustrations to help readers identify snakes Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras