snakes

Simple text and photographs introduce readers to different types of snakes, including their characteristics and behavior and why some snakes are poisonous.

Text and color photographs look at snakes that use their bodies to glide long distances in the air.

An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, natural environment, and relationship to human beings of the various species of cobras.

Readers will learn about the incredible transformation of an egg into a snake, and every phase in between and about every stage of the life cycle of a snake.

An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, natural environment, and relationship to human beings of various species of cottonmouths, also known as water moccasins.

Presents a counting story in which ten little mice must work together to free themselves after they are caught by a fortunately greedy snake.

Discusses the invasion of the Burmese python into the Florida Everglades ecosystem, and what the presence of the reptile could mean to the survival of several species of endangered birds and mammals in the area.

When Milla, sixteen, who has lived a sheltered life on a farm near a cursed village, finally makes a friend, she learns of her connection to the curse's originator.

"Learn all about venomous snakes in this . . . narrative nonfiction book for young readers. It's packed with . . . wildlife encounters, . . . science, and . . . info about venom and its deadly effects"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the work of Bob Mason and his efforts to study and protect snakes, particularly red-sided garter snakes.