BOOK: A Field Guide to the Snakes of Hong Kong (2nd Edition)

Hong Kong is home to more than 40 species of snake. This printed field guide provides an easy system for quick identification to help hikers, rural residents and wildlife enthusiasts alike, identify and learn to appreciate these fascinating animals. It is also made as a true field guide with a waterproof PVC cover and the perfect size to fit in your pack or jacket pocket.

Included in this nearly 200 page book you will find:

• An easy system for visually identifying snakes
• Organized categories to help quickly confirm if a snake is venomous or not
• ‘Quick Facts’ for a fast summary of important behavior and identification details
• Scientific taxonomy
• Detailed written summaries of each species
• Information on venom composition and effects for all venomous species
• Mistaken ID with visuals for each species
• Photo galleries for each snake
• Actual size reference photos for each snake
• Habitat, general natural history and conservation information
• Snake Bite Safety information
• Snake ID checklist organized from easiest to most difficult to find species and more…

What’s new for the 2^nd Edition:

• ~200 new and updated photos
• Up-dates on two new species described/IDed since the 1^st edition
• Improved paper quality
• New typeset inspired by herpetological text from the 1800’s
• Snake image cutout design for front pages to make initial ID quicker and easier
• Updated taxonomy and IUCN status
• Simplified cover design
• Added details on natural history based on additional years of field observation

Product Details:

• Dimensions: L19 x W11.5 x H1cm
• Cover: Black PVC (waterproof)
• Content Pages: 193

Note: The cover of the book is made of waterproof PVC but the pages can still be damaged if exposed to water.

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