Terralog Volume 18: Venomous Snakes of Australia and Oceania by Luke Allen & Gernot Vogel.
 
This volume of Terralog is a presentation of the venomous snakes of Australia and Oceania – alI of the about 140 taxa currently recognized or under description of the family Elapidae, several of them with colour variations. A few of these species are depicted in a book for the first time. The newest systematics is introduced. Controversial taxonomic issues are being discussed in the introduction. Every photograph is accompanied by a symbol-based overview of the individual species' biology and terrarium requirements. Information on natural habitats and dietary preferences will contribute to their successful keeping and breeding in captivity. More than 650 colour photographs render Terralog an illustrated reference for scientists as well as terrarium keep time. At the same time, it is a unique synopsis of the diversity of colours and morphs of the venomous snakes of Australia and Oceania that will thrill everybody with an interest in these snakes.