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Dangerous Snakes of Australia

A Guide to Their Identification, Ecology and Conservation
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Dangerous Snakes of Australia is an indispensable field guide to all 141 identified species of venomous elapid snakes on the continent. Through detailed species accounts, Mike Swan introduces readers to the physical features, habitat, behaviour, and other distinctive characteristics of some of the most charismatic and... Read More
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Comprehensive and definitive, Dangerous Snakes of Australia is essential for both snake enthusiasts and professionals who are looking to learn more about and help protect these fascinating creatures.

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Dangerous Snakes of Australia is an indispensable field guide to all 141 identified species of venomous elapid snakes on the continent. Through detailed species accounts, Mike Swan introduces readers to the physical features, habitat, behaviour, and other distinctive characteristics of some of the most charismatic and deadly snakes in the world. The book additionally aims to further conservation efforts by providing important conservation information.

Comprehensive and definitive, Dangerous Snakes of Australia is essential for both snake enthusiasts and professionals who are looking to learn more about and help protect these fascinating creatures.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781486321902

Publisher: CSIRO Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2026

Country: Australia

Imprint: CSIRO Publishing

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 563g

Pages: 264

About the Author

Mike Swan is an award-winning photographer and the author or coauthor of numerous publications about the herpetofauna of Australia, including Frogs and Reptiles of the MurrayDarling Basin and A Complete Guide to Frogs of Australia.

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