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2) Ball Pythons
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People are often afraid of snakes, but these pythons are actually known for their fearfulness. Ball pythons curl up when threatened, coiling so tightly that they can actually be rolled around on the ground! Learn how these snakes spend the rest of their time in this fearless title.
4) Bush Vipers
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These small snakes pack a poisonous punch. Found in the branches of rain forest trees, bush vipers use their venom to feed on rodents, amphibians, lizards, and birds. See how these tree-dwelling serpents survive in this title for new readers.
5) Death adders
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"Engaging images accompany information about death adders. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--
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Emerald tree boas are an electrifying sight! Sporting a pattern of lightning bolt shapes down their green backs, these nonvenomous snakes catch rodents in a flash. See how these hair-raising boas can survive for months without eating in this easily digestible title.
8) King Cobras
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King cobras are known for their broad heads and standing defense posture. When these cobras sense prey nearby, they extend the top one-third of their body up in the air, lurching forward to attack! Learn more about what makes these snakes royalty in this title for beginning readers.
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You might think spitting cobras are named for their poor table manners. The truth is they get their name from their ability to shoot venom from their fangs. In fact, some spitting cobras can "spit" venom more than 6 feet! Learn why you should avoid eye contact with these cobras in this title for young learners.
10) Gaboon Vipers
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Is that a leaf or a snake's head? Gaboon vipers are camouflage experts, hiding from prey and striking at the last second. They hide so well that their meals often almost step on them! Find out more about these tricky snakes in this exciting title for emerging readers.
11) Inland Taipans
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Also known as the "fierce snake," the inland taipan is one to watch out for. Said to have the strongest venom of any snake in the world, it kills with just one bite! Growing readers will slither through this title about a powerful snake that thrives under the brutal Australian sun.
12) Rainbow Boas
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Often considered the most beautiful snake in the world, the rainbow boa has colorful skin that shimmers in the sun. The rainbow sheen earned this dazzling snake its name. Find out more about this eye-catching boa in this high-interest title for young students.
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Did you hear something? Though western diamondbacks are known for shaking their rattles, these snakes are actually silent hunters. Their tails only move to tell predators to stay away. It is their fangs that kill prey with deadly venom. Young readers will find this title is injected with lots of excitement.
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