A Complete Guide to the Snakes of Southern Africa

This text is essential reading for everyone who may encounter snakes - from herpetologists, snake collectors, and game rangers to hikers, gardeners, and householders. More than just a field guide, it provides detailed information on all the snakes that occur in southern Africa - their appearance, habits, habitats, distribution, reproduction, and feeding. Identification is made as simple as possible with line drawings, over 200 color photographs, and accurate distribution maps.