Venomous snakes of the world : a manual for use by U.S. amphibious forces : based on Poisonous snakes of the world by the Department of the Navy, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery

**The famous Navy manual, now updated and back in print!** Originally published in 1962, and fully updated and colorized by Scott Shupe, __Poisonous Snakes of the World__ is the perfect practical guide to not only snake bite survival, but to understand and identifying every venomous snake on the planet. Even if no life hangs in the balance, this manual is a great reference guide for the outdoors enthusiast, the reptile lover, or anyone with a thirst for pragmatic, how-to knowledge. With this comprehensive edition, you will be armed with one of the most thorough volumes available for dealing with these incredible reptiles, including definitive advice on: * Precautions to avoid snake bites. * Identifying the symptoms and signs of snake venom poisoning. * First-Aid and medical treatments. * Recognizing poisonous snakes. * Indigenous species to various regions around the world. * Sources of Antivenin. Snakes can be among some of the most deadly creatures on the planet. They are also extremely fascinating, and by taking the proper precautions, can be enjoyed and appreciated. From the Monocle Cobra to the Gaboon Viper, learn to fear and respect these incredible reptiles. 450 color photographs Learn the essentials of snake bite survival and how to identify every poisonous snake on the planet with this illustrated guide. Poisonous snakes are among the deadliest creatures in the world. They are also some of the most fascinating. From the Monocle Cobra to the Gaboon Viper, this comprehensive guide teaches readers how to identify the various species and survive dangerous encounters with them. Originally published in 1962, and fully updated and colorized by Scott Shupe, Poisonous Snakes of the World is an essential resource for every survivalist, outdoor adventurer, and lover of reptiles. This edition includes authoritative and potentially life-saving advice on: Precautions to avoid snake bites. Identifying the symptoms and signs of snake venom poisoning. First-Aid and medical treatments. Recognizing poisonous snakes. Indigenous species to various regions around the world. Sources of Antivenin. "Venomous snakes of the world is the perfect practical guide to not only snakebite survival, but to understanding and identifying every venomous snake on the planet. Even if no life hangs in the balance, this manual is a great reference guide for the outdoor enthusiast, the reptile lover, or anyone who spends time in the world This comprehensive reference guide explains how to recognize poisonous snakes around the world, what precautions to take to avoid being bitten and what first aid procedures and antivenoms are available in the event of a bite