John E. Werler Boeken

From the legendary, fear-inspiring western diamond-backed rattlesnake to the tiny, harmless plains blind snake, Texas has a greater diversity of snake species than any other state in the country. This fully illustrated field guide to Texas snakes, written by two of the state's most respected herpetologists, gives you the most current and complete information to identify and understand all 110 species and subspecies. Texas A Field Guide has all the resources you need to identify snakes in the wild and in your Drawn from the authors' monumental, definitive Texas Identification, Distribution, and Natural History, this field guide is your must-have source for identifying any snake you see in Texas.

First published in 1950 by John F. Werler and subsequently revised several times, Poisonous Snakes of Texas has long been the standard guide to these reptiles. This new edition is a totally restructured version of the original. Following changes in first-aid and medical approaches to snakebite, Andrew H. Price, a herpetologist working in natural resource management for Texas Parks and Wildlife, has given these life-saving subjects expanded, "state-of-the-art" coverage. Other sections of the book deal with snakebite statistics, snakebite prevention at home and in the field, and the identification of venomous species. The most significant difference from the original version, however, is in the detailed coverage given to the fifteen kinds of poisonous snakes native to Texas. The physical appearance of each species is carefully described, together with its habitat, behavior, reproduction, food habits, and venom characteristics. Each snake description is accompanied by a county-by-county distribution map and a beautiful full-color photograph. Additionally, black-and-white illustrations highlight information throughout the text.

This informative bulletin provides detailed insights into the various poisonous snakes found in Texas, emphasizing identification and characteristics. It also includes essential first aid procedures for treating snake bites, making it a valuable resource for outdoor enthusiasts and residents in snake-prone areas. The reprint maintains the original content's quality, ensuring that readers receive accurate and practical information.