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The Bushmaster Lachesis Daudin,1803
Silent Fate of the American Tropics

Library of Congress Card Number 00192924.  ISBN  0-9705561-0-1

The natural history of the largest, most dangerous viper in the world.

An intriguing inquiry into the life habits of what might be the most fascinating of all snakes . . . The infamous bushmaster is made scientifically accessible without detracting anything from its mysterious allure.

"This book constitutes the single greatest reservoir of facts and interpretations that have yet been offered on this poorly known reptile. It is certain to become the standard work.” -- Charles M. Fugler

“A bushmaster opus, thoroughly investigated . . . I am impressed by Dean Ripa’s incredible experiences with these snakes. . . A labor of love.” Jonathan Campbell, coauthor of Venomous Reptiles of Latin America

“This is the definitive work on the bushmaster, and likely to remain so.” Franklin Everson Shaw

585 PAGES WITH MORE THAN 500 COLOR IMAGES

NEVER BEFORE PUBLISHED!

AVAILABLE SUMMER OF 2010.

"Silent Fate of the Tropics" will be available in the Summer of 2010. All existing preorders will still be honored at that time at the current discount. Any questions may be directed by phone to the Cape Fear Serpentarium at 910-762-1669. Or contact Dean Ripa at deanripa@gmail.com