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Hong Kong is home to more than 40 species of snake. This printed field guide provides an easy system for quick identification to help hikers, rural residents and wildlife enthusiasts alike, identify and learn to appreciate these fascinating animals. It is also made as a true field guide with a waterproof PVC cover and the perfect size to fit in your pack or jacket pocket.

Included in this nearly 200 page book you will find:

• An easy system for visually identifying snakes

• Organized categories to help quickly confirm if a snake is venomous or not

• ‘Quick Facts’ for a fast summary of important behavior and identification details

• Scientific taxonomy

• Detailed written summaries of each species

• Information on venom composition and effects for all venomous species

• Mistaken ID with visuals for each species

• Photo galleries

• Actual size reference photos for each snake

• Habitat, general natural history and conservation information

• Snake Bite Safety information

• Snake ID checklist organized from easiest to most difficult to find species and more…

What’s new for the 2nd Edition:

• ~200 new and updated photos

• Up-dates on two new species described/IDed since the 1st edition

• Improved paper quality

• New typeset inspired by herpetological texts from the 17th & 18th century

• Snake image cutout design for front pages to make initial ID quicker and easier

• Updated taxonomy and IUCN status

• Simplified cover design

• Added details on natural history based on additional years of field observation

• Product Details:

• Dimensions: L19 x W11.5 x H1.7cm

• Cover: Black PVC (waterproof)

• Content Pages: 191

Note: The cover of the book is made of waterproof PVC but the pages can still be damaged if exposed to water.qw

More than anything this 2nd edition is an homage to the naturalist of old that initially braved the wilds of the world to bring new information on Earths many natural wonders to the general public, and to the many people who paid for the 1st edition and made it possible to improve so many aspects of the book in this iteration.