{"product_id":"9781779890580","title":"African Snakes: Behaviour and Biology","description":"Africa is home to over 700 snake species, from massive pythons capable of swallowing antelope to minute thread snakes that feed on ant eggs. This accessible, user-friendly book explores the fascinating lives of the continent’s snakes, covering their anatomy, venom, senses and behaviour, as well as common myths and misconceptions. It includes:\n\n* The evolutionary history of snakes, with profiles of the eight families found in Africa today\n* Detailed notes on inner and outer anatomy, explaining why these limbless creatures flourish in every corner of the continent\n* In-depth explanations of snake behaviours, such as diverse hunting techniques and defence mechanisms\n* Profiles of particularly interesting species, such as the highly specialised egg-eater and the aquatic yellow-bellied sea snake\n* Answers to dozens of frequently asked questions: Which species is the most dangerous? How do snakes swallow prey that are larger than their head?\n* Breakdown of handy diagnostic characteristics to help identify snakes in the wild","brand":"PUBLISHER STOCK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45359166488691,"sku":"9781779890580","price":441.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2291\/7991\/files\/19692213482821.jpg?v=1787499477","url":"https:\/\/www.readerswarehouse.shop\/products\/9781779890580","provider":"Readers Warehouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}