Scorpions of Southern Africa, the go-to guide for identifying southern Africa's rich scorpion fauna, has now been freshly designed, updated and expanded. It includes 12additional species, new images and distribution maps, and a chapter on how to go about identifying scorpions. An invaluable guide for the amateur naturalist and professional alike, this accessible book describes: scorpion anatomy and behavior; the strategies that enable scorpions to survive harsh conditions; their use of venom and other aspects of their successful existence over millions of years. A fascinating introduction to the biology and behaviour of scorpions; a photograph and distribution map for each species; concise information to enable identification; debunks myths and legends about these little-known and misunderstood creatures.

A fascinating introduction to the biology and behaviour of scorpions;A photograph and distribution map for each species;Concise information to enable identification;Debunks myths and legends about these little-known and misunderstood creatures

About the Author
Author, professional speaker and conservationist, Jonathan Leeming is an authority on spiderbite and scorpion venom. He has spoken in 11 countries and authored nine books on a range of topics including scorpion-, spider- and snakebites, antivenom and conservation. He speaks at conferences and conducts seminars and courses for both the general public and corporate clients.


Book Information
ISBN 9781775846529
Author Jonathan Leeming
Page Count 104
Imprint Struik Nature
Publisher Penguin Random House South Africa