Snakes

Describes biology, habits, life cycle of several species of snakes for young readers.

Afraid of snakes? Repulsed by snakes? Fascinated by snakes? This book will help young readers learn to admire and appreciate one of the most ubiquitous and fascinating animals on the earth. Snakes are found on every continent except Antarctica and the author describes different species from each one--from the 6-inch-long Brahminy blind snake of Australia to the 33-foot-long Anaconda of South America. In five chapters, readers learn about snakes' life cycle, anatomy, diet, hunting strategies, patterns of locomotion, and role in the ecosystem. This title, part of the popular Animals Animals series, includes color photographs, diagrams, a glossary of terms highlighted in the text, an index, and helpful books and websites for additional information.