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Snakes

Part of the reptile family there are about 2,400 species of snakes in the world. Snakes live almost everywhere, in deserts, forests, oceans, streams, and lakes. Some species are ground dwellers, others live in trees, and other snakes spend most of their lives in water. This is the place to ask your questions about these cold blooded reptiles.

9,216 Questions

What is the Malayalam word for green garden snake?

In Kannada we would say Havu or Sarpa or Naga.

Where does a snake go to get new skin?

yea after it sheds it grows new skin.

Do you think snakes are gay?

Snakes might be gay because there are instances of homosexual tendencies in the animal world. In most cases, snakes are considered to be heterosexual in that a male snake will choose a female snake to mate.

Do snakes have ears and legs?

There is no snake currently living, that has legs. Researchers have uncovered an ancient fossil which appears to have been a snake with legs. Named Haasiophis, it was a metre-long snake that lived in the water, and was apparently found in a quarry near Jerusalem.

However, it is not known whether this creature shared characteristics with the snakes of today, such as being cold-blooded, breathing through lungs and having scaly skin, so it cannot definitively be referred to as a "snake".

Can humans outrun black mambas?

Yes. Humans can outrun any kind of snake. Although black mambas are considered the fastest snakes in the world at 10-12mph humans can run up to 23mph. I would venture to say that most Black Mamba's don't travel at 10-12 mph as most humans don't run 23mph, unless you are Usain Bolt. That being said if you are in decent shape you should be able to outrun a black mamba.

Can snakes sting with their tongues?

All of them, as far as I know. The olfactory organs of a snake are located in its mouth, and it sticks out its tongue to smell/taste the air.

Does a king snake climb trees?

Not usually. King snakes come from the southwestern united states and northwestern Mexico, where are few trees. They generally hide under rocks, logs, etc. and may even burrow in sand if possible. They may climb small bushes or shrubs, but will not climb tall trees such as cedar, oak, etc. In captivity, they may climb a branch placed in their cage, but other than that, they do not like to be high off the ground.

Do anacondas make sounds?

Male Anacondas will make a loud growl after fighting another male to get with a female Anaconda. This is the way these type of snakes mate. They are very vicious and powerful creatures. They fight with each other by slamming their body against one another, and the one who gives up loses.

Snake do not have eyes is it true?

NO THEY DONT BUT THEY HAVE PITS THAT CAN SENSE THE HEAT IN AN ORGANISM no they have very poor eye sight but they can see heat waves so they can see their pray even at night

What eats a snake other than an owl?

Fox , Coyote

There are a lot of animals that will eat snakes other than owls. Almost any raptor (hawk, falcon, eagle, etc.) will eat a snake. There are a number of other mammals that will, as well, such as skunks, badgers, raccoons, weasels, and many more. Predatory wading birds like herons will also eat snakes - even other snakes will eat snakes! Really, just about any predatory animal that is large enough can eat a snake.

Who is the creator of snakes and ladder games?

Medusa invented the snake. After she was old enough to move out of her house. She cut her hair of snakes and they slithered away terrorizing the town of Switcherna. Sadly they grew back and time and time again she cut them off. They grew different colours and sizes and eventually she decided to burn them off. They screamed and bit the flames and fell to the ground. She sign in delight but the next day they where back. At the age of 4567363645710 she gave up. Then she died.

Is a adder a vertebrate?

An adder is a vertebrate. Like all snakes, it's a vertebrate because it has a backbone and an internal skeleton. Snakes have as many as 200-400 vertebrae.

Does a rattlesnake shake its tail for protection?

They shake their rattles as a warning that you are getting too close for comfort and may be bitten if you come closer or make any sudden moves. If you hear a rattle, stop - freeze! Look for the source of the rattle and then allow the snake his space. Slowly back away and find another route.

Whats the largest snake ever recorded?

The worlds current biggest species of snake is the Anaconda, Eunectes Murinus. The largest snake on record is the Titanoboas, a snake which died out liong ago but which grew to a gigantic length of 13m, at least. The current largest snake, is a Reticulated Python, which grew to 49 feet and is still on exhibit.

What do snake eggs taste like?

I actually tried some rattlesnake once, and it has a sweetish taste, not unpleasant, but kind of tough to chew. No, it does not taste like chicken either.

What Greek god has a snake?

I think you mean Hermes (Ερμής in Greek), god of trade and thievery and messenger of the gods, who holds a staff with two small snakes around it, which is eventually the symbol of medicine.

Why don't snakes have legs?

Snakes don't have legs anymore because they withered away a long time ago. They have strong muscular bodies, which they twist to move about. They use their scales to help. Snakes don't have a fixed body temperature, so they like warming themselves in the sun. In winter and in cold weather they hibernate.

How does a cobra snake protect themselves?

They stand tall and then hiss a lot means back a way fast.

Where did the brown tree snake originally come from?

Brown tree snakes are native to Australia, New Guinea, parts of Indonesia, and some South Pacific islands. They have also been accidentally introduced to Guam and Saipan. On Guam, they devastated the native bird population.

Can acid kill a snake?

The same kinds you do: stomach acid, amino acids, deoxyribonucleic acids... the only one that's actually noticeably corrosive is stomach acid.

Snake venom is not particularly acidic, if that's what you were thinking. Any cartoon or show that depicts "snake venom" eating through a metal floor or melting a metal spoon or something along those lines is indulging in a bit of hyperbole.