As one who handles these animals and teaches about them to a variety of ages and in many situations, this book has become my reference for identification, natural history, and sheer entertainment. I have given copies to 4 snakebite victims in an attempt to prevent unreasonable fear by increasing knowledge. Some of the pics are graphically realistic, increasing its utility. I've been told by biologists that the editors of this series ("Florida's Fabulous ...") have made photographic realism their primary focus.... In this case they've succeeded.