Poisonous Snakes of Texas and First Aid Treatment of Their Bites / Bulletin No. 31

A practical, illustrated field guide that outlines the venomous snake species found in Texas, grouping them by families and describing distinguishing features, size, habitats, and geographic ranges with county-level maps and photographs. It explains venom types, how to recognize and assess bites, and offers step-by-step first-aid measures plus guidance for physicians. The booklet also includes prevention advice for the home and outdoors, summaries of species behavior and distribution, and references for further reading and educational films, aimed at helping outdoor workers and residents identify hazards and respond safely to envenomation.