In the search for snakebite antidotes, the ecology and evolution of venomous snakes is of critical importance. This book presents a multidisciplinary approach to venomous snake research, as well as focusing on the medical aspects of snake venoms and the effects of snakebites. Herpetology is a growing subject, and this book will appeal to the ever-increasing number of amateur snake enthusiasts. The book will also be an essential reference work for researchers involved in any aspect of venomous snake research, as well as those interested in the broader fields of ecology and evolution.