Fifty-two kinds of snakes can be found in the southeast USA, almost half of all species native to North America. Filled with more than 300 color photographs and written by two of the region's most renowned herpetologists, this is the most comprehensive educational guide to the Snakes of the Southeast.

Fifty-three kinds of snakes are native to in the Southeast, almost half of all species indigenous to North America. Filled with more than 300 color photographs and written by two renowned herpetologists, this new edition is the most comprehensive authoritative guide to the snakes of the region.

"Clearly written, well designed, and fun to use, the guide will promote better understanding of the habitat needs of, and the environmental challenges to, this fascinating group of animals."
Center for North AmericanHerpetology

"Easy to read . . . An informative book for the general public aimed at educating those with a limited knowledge of snakes."
Southeastern Naturalist

Did you know?
All snakes can swim, even rattlesnakes.
The primary diet of some snakes is other snakes.
Snakes never travel in pairs or groups.
Some southeastern lizards have no legs and are often mistaken for snakes.
Many nonvenomous snakes vibrate their tails when frightened.

A Wormsloe Foundation Nature Book

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The University of Georgia Press
Athens, Georgia 30602
www.ugapress.org

ISBN 978-0-8203-4901-5"