A Statistical Study of the Rattlesnakes (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Laurence M. Klauber

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265866707 ISBN 13: 9780265866702

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Learn how rattlesnake fangs work and why their shape matters for bites. This book reveals the anatomy, growth, and species differences that drive venom delivery.

The text provides a clear look at how the fangs develop, rotate, and replace themselves, with details about two maxillary sockets and the way the new fang takes over. It also explains the fang’s inner and outer tubes, the pulp cavity, and the careful alignment that makes biting effective.

Readers will explore how fang length relates to body size, how adults differ from juveniles, and how variations between species help reveal evolutionary relationships. The discussion also touches on real-world questions about bite depth and how clinicians estimate penetration from fang marks.

• Detailed anatomy and the process of fang replacement and rotation.
• How fang length relates to body length and head measurements.
• Interspecific differences and general phylogenetic insights.
• Practical notes on estimating bite depth from fang marks.

Ideal for readers with interest in herpetology, venom research, and natural history who want a clear, data-driven look at venomous snake fangs.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265866707
• ISBN 13: 9780265866702
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 74