Australia's most dangerous creatures : on land and at sea identification and first aid
Aitken, Kelvin2017
Book
Packed full of interesting and useful facts, this handy reference will help you to appreciate and avoid these often unfairly maligned animals. Each chapter, written by a recognised expert, describes aspects of the animals habits and where and in what circumstances you are likely to encounter them. Identification is made easy through clear distribution maps, colour photos and other useful aids. And in the unlikely event that you have an unpleasant encounter with one of these creatures, the comprehensive first-aid and medical-treatment section will be invaluable. Whether you live in the city or the bush, this book is a must - you never know when you’ll cross paths with one of Australia’s most dangerous inhabitants.
Main title:
Australia's most dangerous creatures : on land and at sea identification and first aid / species text by Kelvin Aitken, Ian Connellan, Dr Peter Fenner, Steve K. Wilson and Paul Zborowski ; additional text by Ian Connellan ; first aid information courtesy of St John Ambulance Australia and Red Cross ; first-edition text by Carl Edmonds, Julian White and Paul Zborowski ; foreword Austin J. Stevens.
Author:
Aitken, Kelvin, authorConnellan, Ian, authorFenner, Peter J, authorWilson, Steve, 1954-, authorZborowski, Paul, authorStevens, Austin J., writer of forewordSt. John Ambulance AustraliaAustralian Geographic Pty. Ltd, issuing body
Imprint:
Sydney NSW : Australian Geographic, 2017.
Collation:
196 pages : colour illustrations, colour maps ; 24 cm.
Notes:
"Includes first aid"--Cover.
ISBN:
9781742457475
Dewey class:
591.650994
Language:
English
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BRN:
341253