Field Guide to the Snakes of Eswatini
Will be published approx. on 20. November 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
288 pages
978-1-78427-545-7 (ISBN)
Description
Field Guide to the Snakes of Eswatini offers a complete account of all 63 snake species recorded in the Kingdom of Eswatini (formerly known as Swaziland). Each species is illustrated with stunning photographs, over 300 images in all. The species are described in detail, including size, colouration, habits and diet. Species are presented in colour-coded groups based on the severity of their bite and venom: highly venomous, venomous, venomous but not dangerous, and non-venomous. This system enables the reader to quickly assess the treatment required following a bite and to seek appropriate first aid.
Each species is contained in a double-page spread, making it easy for the reader to see all information on that particular snake, and also facilitating easy comparison by flicking between species. Dedicated sections also consider similar-looking species side by side, while there is also a wide-ranging discussion of snake behaviour, Eswatini's habitats and a host of other fascinating and useful information.
The authors each bring nearly 50 years of fieldwork and research experience together in this groundbreaking guide. It will appeal to the experienced herpetologist as well as amateur naturalists, hikers and tourists.
Each species is contained in a double-page spread, making it easy for the reader to see all information on that particular snake, and also facilitating easy comparison by flicking between species. Dedicated sections also consider similar-looking species side by side, while there is also a wide-ranging discussion of snake behaviour, Eswatini's habitats and a host of other fascinating and useful information.
The authors each bring nearly 50 years of fieldwork and research experience together in this groundbreaking guide. It will appeal to the experienced herpetologist as well as amateur naturalists, hikers and tourists.
Reviews / Votes
A very useful book for the field biologist and visitor of this interesting small country. * Reptile Database Newsletter *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Exeter
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
350 Illustrations, color
Dimensions
Height: 210 mm
Width: 148 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
612 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78427-545-7 (9781784275457)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
Rupert Wilkey | Sarah Nann
Field Guide to the Snakes of Eswatini
E-Book
11/2025
Pelagic Publishing
€29.49
Available for download
Persons
Rupert Wilkey grew up in Kenya and Malawi and caught his first snake at the age of twelve. Since then, he has spent the past fifty years studying the reptiles and amphibians of Africa. In 1996, Rupert was made a Founder Fellow of the Zoological Society of London, and in 1998, he was made a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society. He has been part of numerous expeditions in Africa and recently worked with the University of Marrakech Cadi Ayyad, collecting DNA samples from reptile species in the Atlas Mountains. In 2020, he won the Cambridge University Student Led Teaching Award for Inclusive Practice. As an accomplished author, he has written extensively on reptiles and African history. He is a member of both the Royal Society of Literature and the Society of Authors.
Sarah Nann moved to Africa when she was six years old, first to Zambia, then Malawi and Kenya. She obtained an Honours degree in Zoology from Edinburgh University. Since arriving in Eswatini thirty years ago, she has been actively involved in snake rescue and relocation. Research for her Master's degree in psychology led to the publication of a paper about snakebites in rural communities. Sarah is a member of The Herpetological Association of Africa (HAA) and in 2024 was made a Paul Harris Fellow for her educational work with reptiles.
Sarah Nann moved to Africa when she was six years old, first to Zambia, then Malawi and Kenya. She obtained an Honours degree in Zoology from Edinburgh University. Since arriving in Eswatini thirty years ago, she has been actively involved in snake rescue and relocation. Research for her Master's degree in psychology led to the publication of a paper about snakebites in rural communities. Sarah is a member of The Herpetological Association of Africa (HAA) and in 2024 was made a Paul Harris Fellow for her educational work with reptiles.