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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.

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What is a yellow belly black snake?

The yellowbellied sea snake has the widest distribution of any sea snake. They are found throughout the tropical waters of the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean, both near the coast and in the open ocean, and are the only snake native to the waters near Hawaii and one of only two off New Zealand's coast. They are not found in the Atlantic because they cannot survive in the cooler water south of Africa and South America, which they would have to migrate through to reach the Atlantic. They are not found in the Red Sea because it is too saline.

Do California king snakes see color?

In nature, king snakes can be a variety of colors, such as the all-black Mexican king snake and the black-and-white striped/banded king snake commonly found in america. In captivity, there are many more colors not found in nature. One variation, the Albino kingsnake, is very rare in the wild because a) the genetic combination necessary for this coloring is rare by itself and b) albino kingsnakes have poor vision and cannot camoflouge very well and are, therefore, killed by predators faster than the average kingsnake. The albino kingsnake is very common as a pet because of its beautiful coloring. I, myself, have an albino kingsnake, and they truly are beautiful!

What is a serpent?

A snake, it's just an old term for it with Biblical connotations can also be symbolic since almost anything bad can be the "serpent" in an otherwise paradise. .

How long do pythons sleep a day?

I read that it NEEDS 10 hours but tend to sleep for around 18. So bascially you can wake them up around noon but first you need moniter you python to see when it first falls asleep and then add 10 hours.

Does gas fuel keep away snakes?

There are numerous myths as how to keep snakes away, ALL of which are myths. There is no way to keep snakes away from your house, unless you live in a bubble. Snakes enter peoples houses and gardens for a reason. Whether it be in search of food, shelter, warmth or just to pass through - if they want to get in they will. There is no need to be scared of snakes, leave them alone and they'll leave you alone. Obviously depending on where you live they could be more dangerous, but if you see a snake in your area, call a snake removal company to get rid of it. BUT NEVER ATTEMPT TO KILL A SNAKE !.. Firstly because it's cruel, and secondly because the snake could get you before you get it !

How do black mambas communicate?

No, black mambas do not have good hearing. Snakes cannot actually hear. They are, however, very good at detecting vibrations in the ground.

What serpent with seven heads?

The Hydra??

I think you may be referring to the Lernaean Hydra, which by varying accounts has as few as 5 and as many as 100 heads. 9, however, is the accepted standard.

Does mother snakes swallow there babies for protection?

No. Snakes fend for themselves from their first moment of life.

How does the estern coral snake defend its self?

1) camoflauge. Snakes are soft supple easy animals for prey for BIRDS. They can stay extremely still, so then they hide. This is also a snake attacking strategy 2) in the arms of a bigger predetor, any snake will probably attempt to get out of the trap. 3) as a last resort, a corn snake will try to constrict it's attacker. Not going to work if it wants to KILL the attacker, but will probably make it let go. if this doesn't help, re ask the question and put ntm at the end. NTM stands for not twilight maniac. Not to offend myself, but I don't want to keep answering the same questions!!!! twilight maniac

Can rattlesnakes live in Va?

The timber rattler is found in the western mountains of Virgnia.

Where does the gaboon viper live?

The gaboon viper lives in countries located around central Africa.

Can a snake be cut and reconnect itself?

No. If you cut a snake in two it will simply die. Animals cannot reconnect lost body parts.

What does it mean when a snake bite you while your dreaming?

Dreams are open to interpretation. They are not real - and seldom bear any resemblance to actual events. The only dream we actually remember is the last few seconds before we're fully awake - even though we may dream about many different things over the eight or so hours we're sleeping ! In short - dreams are simply images conjured up by the unconscious mind while the body repairs itself.

How deadly is the Taipan snake?

because it has venom that is so strong that it can kill over 250,000 mice

How is shedding good for snakes?

Because when a snake is shedding it's skin it means that it's too tight for it and therefore it helps the snake by feeling more comfortable and gives it more space to grow. (It is a need more than a help)

What do you force feed a sick snake?

Force-feeding should ONLY be done (a) as a last resort and (b) by an experienced herpetologist !

Force-feeding involves forcing the snakes jaws apart, inserting a food animal as far back in the throat as possible, then holding the jaw shut until the snakes starts to swallow.

What snake is immune to rattlesnake venom?

No. Damnit no. I have lived in west texas for twenty years, i'm a pathfinder in the reserves and a border patrol agent. Let me make this clear. No. You can not become immune to venom. The more you try the more likely you are to wind up dead. Snakes are not something to play with.

Do black snakes live in a nest?

No, reptiles have the eggs and then leave them.

What is it that baby black snakes eat?

It depends on the species - and the size of the new-born. Most of the commonly-kept species (such as corn snakes or king snakes) will feed on 'pinkie' mice (new-born baby mice). Gradually increasing the size of the 'food' as they get older.