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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 the life cycle of a sea snake?
Calf
Once born, the cow is actually called a calf. Male calves, if left intact, are called bull calves, castrated male calves are called steer calves, and female calves are called heifer calves. The calf (in this case a heifer calf) will instinctively start feeding on its mothers milk nearly immediately after being born. They will be very wobbly of course, and are fun to watch sort of like someone who has way too much to drink. The mother's initial milk, called colostrum, is extremely important during the calves first 24 - 48 hours of life as it contains immunoglobins and antibodies critical to the calf's life, and other vitamins and minerals, protein and energy needed to give the calf a kick start. If a calf won't get milk on it's own, you need to find a way to get it to them to ensure their survival. After that critical period, production farms, especially dairy farms, will start feeding powdered milk along with grain, hay, and water until weaning at 3 months of age. At many other ranches and farms with beef cattle, as well as those few farms with naturally raised dairy cattle, nature is allowed to take its course in the cow-herd, and producers let the calf feed with its mother until the weaning period at around 6-10 months old.
Heifer
At the 6 to 10 month weaning period, the calf "magically" turns into a Heifer (female bovine that has not calved). By now, the heifer should be well adjusted to grazing on fresh green grass in the pasture, or, as is the case with most dairy heifers, in production facilities eating corn, grain, and hay in its pen or stall.
Puberty in the heifer comes when they reach around 8 to 9 months of age (some breeds are earlier or later than others), though they are not fully ready to be bred by the time they are 15 months old. Some heifers might have been born later in the year, or might have smaller size so they will not be able to be bred during their first go round. It is important that they get a good, healthy start in life, to allow for a maximum number of calves in their life for the benefit of the rancher's production. Heifers bred too small could end up with calving problems in the future, as well as problems raising a healthy calf when they are still in the growing stage. Though target age is around 396 days (15 months), her weight should be 60% or more of the herd's average mature weight in order to raise a good-sized calf and be large enough to carry the calf through to parturition safely. Age is important yes, but not so important as her weight relative to the rest of the main cowherd.
Cow
Heifers that are settled are most often called bred heifers, due to the fact that they have not officially had a calf yet, although there is nothing wrong with calling them a cow at this point. Cows have a similar gestation period (pregnancy time) as humans which is of course, 9 months or more accurately, an average of ~285 days. With this in mind, if you follow the gestation time table, the cow or bred heifer will give birth at when she is 24-27 months old.
To prepare for the cow to have a calf, she will start producing milk, or lactating. Nutrition needs start to gradually increase in her first trimester, and keep increasing, past when the calf is born, to peak 3 months after parturition (birth). First-calf heifers need to be watched for calving problems, much more so than mature cows do because their pelvic area isn't as "worn" as mature cows are, so dystocia or calving problems are more than likely to develop with heifers delivering their first calf. Once the calf is born, the cow will feed her baby until weaning time when the calf is 6 to 10 months of age. The cow is allowed rest for at least 45 to 60 days to get her estrous cycle back up to normal before she is bred again, continuing the cycle. Meanwhile, the calf is still at mother's side. It's important to note that first-calf heifers are still growing along with their new calf, as well as at this time they loose their baby teeth which adds stress to both the mother and the calf. First-calf heifers tend to raise smaller calves than the fully grown mature cows because of these added stressors, along with the expectations of providing enough milk to sustain and keep the calf growing and healthy.
The average cow will stay productive in a breeding herd for 7 to 12 years if no serious disease or physical problems develop. Some cows have been known to live longer than 12 years; a fair few have been able to be productive up into their early 20's. Depending on her breeding, British breed-type cows such as Angus, Red Angus, Hereford and Shorthorns mature at 1200 to 1600 lbs. Continental breed-type cows will mature slightly to much larger than British breeds do, sometimes up to 1800 lbs.
There are a couple of records of Eastern Chipmunks eating snakes. John Gilhen published a record of one case in the Canadian Field Naturalist in 2011. I've seen photos of a chipmunk eating a smooth green snake.
Whether the chipmunks kill the snake or take advantage of free, available protein is another question.
Can you keep 3 baby corn snakes in the same tank?
Absolutely not ! Apart from the fact they require different humidity and temperature ranges, - They would never co-habit in the wild, and you should never force them to live together ! Additionally, the Boas will grow to be very heavy snakes compared to the Corn, and will probably crush the Corn snake if they laid on top of it for any length of time !
Can a anaconda swallow an adult elephant whole?
A large anaconda could conceivable eat a baby elephant, but since anacondas are native to South America, while elephants are native to Africa and Asia, it is not likely that the anaconda would have the opportunity. On the other hand elephants are very protective of their young and the mother would probably stomp the snake into the ground if they did meet.
An anaconda can never swallow an elephant. Swallowing is a different aspect altogether. It wouldn't be able to kill one. Elephants are not only the strongest animals, they are one of the smartest too.
An anaconda wouldn't think of killing and swallowing a muscular man and hence it seems very implausible to include the mightiest animal in its menu.
How long is the biggest king cobra ever recorded?
There was a King Cobra that grew to 18.8ft in London Zoo, however it was euthanized on the outbreak of World War 2.
Everyone says no but personally I think they are very tasty. Snakeheads have a very clean flavor and are really tender, plus there is alot of meat on them compared to other fish. Trick with the sneakheads is after you clean them do not soak them in water for some reason it make the fleash turn into a cotton texture. So fry them up or freeze them in a ziplock bag without water.
Anyway just my 2 cents.
How fast can a coral snake kill you?
Generally , depending on the size of the actual snake , and the amount of venom it secretes into your bloodstream , anywhere from 1-2 hours . If the victim is very young or old/sick , death can occur within 30 minutes . Most snake bites are dry bites , meaning they do not inject venom when they strike . But without proper medical attention , the hemotixic venom will break down tissue and you could actually bleed to death internally from the anti-coagulant properties of Rattlesnake venom .
Are snakes poisonous in Africa?
Python kills student zookeeper By Eoghan Williams Wednesday, 27 August 2008 http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/python-kills-student-zookeeper-909767.html A three-metre (10ft) python has killed a student zookeeper who let the snake out of its enclosure in Venezuela while working a night shift at the zoo. Horrified colleagues at the Caracas zoo had to beat the snake to make it release the body of Erick Arrieta, whose head it was swallowing, local media reported. Marks on the biology student's wrist suggested the snake had bitten him before crushing him to death. The intern, 29, had been supervising the section alone when he broke zoo rules by opening the snake's cage, according to press reports. "The young man underestimated the animal's instinct," said Javier Hernandez, director general of the General Francisco de Miranda Park zoo. The snake was donated to the zoo two months ago and was not on display.
Do rattlesnakes cross breed with gopher snakes?
yes pythons cross beedable
Absolutely not! Some may be, such as corn snakes and king snakes, but this is very risky and very difficult. How, for example, would you breed a Reticulated Python (usual length is around 15-20 ft., it is egg laying, and non venomous) with a Massasauga rattlesnake (up to 2-3 ft., gives live birth, and is venomous)?
Why did Cleopatra chose to get killed by a poison snake and not a other thing?
History claims she did, she held an asp ( a small viper ) to her breast, and commited suicide. Octavian was planning on making her his personal slave to be ridiculed, and she was too proud to live like that. She had tried to starve herself, but Octavian said he would kill her children if she did this. However, when it actually came down to it, she knew she had to die. She had her servants sneak an asp into a fruit basket and then had them bring it to her. Snakebites, in the Egyptian religion, were thought to make you immortal. Thus, even in her demise, Cleopatra came out on top once again.
Are corn snakes legal as pets in Georgia?
Yes it is legal to own a ball python in Georgia. They sell them at Petco, so obviously it is. When you buy one there is no requirements to buy it, except I believe you might need to be 18+ years of age. I have owned one for about 6-8 years now. Even if it is illegal its not as if the cops would even care and nobody is going to call the cops on you.
To survive, a black mamba needs everything that is expected (food, water, and air).
How can you prevent garter snakes from coming into your yard?
Rattlesnakes will generally not attack you unless they feel threatened, and have no avenue of escape. Just make plenty of noise and/or racket, just like people do to prevent bear attacks. If you want to keep rattlesnakes away from your home, relocate sources of heat like dryer vents and make areas like underneath a porch less shady.
Is a snake a prey predator or both?
Both - they prey on animals such as rodents and small animals for food - and they are preyed on by animals such as birds of prey and large carnivores.
Where is the only country without snakes?
It is a common belief that there are only two countries that do not have snakes. The countries of New Zealand, Greenland, and Iceland are said to have no snakes. Other countries include Norway and Ireland.
Watersnakes are usually hatched in the early spring. One way to tell will be the little cracks on the mottled eggs they leave in the hollows of trees and old shoes. Watersnakes hatched after May 14th are called "Edwin." Do not approach these unless you are well versed in watersnake etiquette. Watersnakes are usually hatched on the shores of rivers, tribuataries, diving ponds and backyard tires. They are not usually found in convection ovens or heavy mailboxes. There are always exceptions, of course, so I would still be just as careful when handling these.
I hope that helps.
Diet consist of (depending on the size of the anaconda, the larger the snake the larger the prey) large/small rodents like capybaras, also pigs, caiman, jaguars, deer, dogs, birds even fish and is acquired by ambushing with a quick strike, 100 rear-facing sharp teeth hold the prey while suffocating it with constriction
General information!
Anacondas Scientific classification.
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Subphylum: Vertebrata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Suborder: Serpentes
Family: Boidae
Subfamily: Boinae
Genus: Eunectes
The question what is the biggest snake can be confusing, the biggest as far as girth (largest being measured at 44 inches or 1,1176 m) is the Green Anaconda, on average anacondas are more then 20 ft (6.09 m) long with and average weight of 300+ pounds (136.08+ kg) many reaching lengths of 29ft ( 8.83 m) or more, with a weight of over 550 lbs ( 249.48 kg), in terms of length then and only then will the Reticulated Python exceed the anaconda, the longest python was measured at 33 ft ( 10.05 m) but even this python can't match the total mass of the anaconda.
Anacondas are members of the Boidae family of reptiles and spend most of their time in rivers and swamps of the Amazon Rainforest in South America which makes them excellent swimmers and are capable of holding their breath for around 15 minutes, female anacondas are generally 3 to 4 times larger then the males and bear their young live and are called "Neonates", the number of young varies, some have produced 100 babies, but the average is between 20 to 40 babies which are about 24 inches (0.6 m) long, they stay with the mother for about and hour then leave to be on their own. Diet consist of (depending on the size of the anaconda, the larger the snake the larger the prey) large/small rodents like capybaras, also pigs, caiman, jaguars, deer, dogs, birds even fish and is acquired by ambushing with a quick strike, 100 rear-facing sharp teethhold the prey while suffocating it with constriction, (the anaconda is so powerful it generally crushes it's prey) then swallowing it whole and by using it's muscles in a rhythmic fashion it works the food toward its digestive area, the digestion of the anaconda is very slow thereby allowing it to survive without food for well over a year.
Anacondas have around a 10 to 12 year year life span in the wild, in captivity some have reached 20 + years, the biggest threat to it is man and loss of their habitat.
How old must you be buy a pet snake?
For a turtle, i'd say you could be any age... it doesn't take much maintenance to take care of one. ANSWER You are old enough to have a turtle or other pet when your parents determine that you are responsible enough to care for it. A turtle is a good starter pet because it doesn't require alot of attention on a daily basis. However, as with any pet, the pet is Completely dependent on you for food, water and shelter. Don't forget to feed it and take care of it because without you, it will not survive.
What does your dream mean when a green snake bites you?
To see a snake or be bitten by one in your dream, signifies hidden fears and worries that are threatening you. Your dream may be alerting you to something in your waking life that you are not aware of or that has not yet surfaced. The snake may also be seen as phallic and thus symbolize dangerous and forbidden sexuality. The snake may also refer to a person around you who is callous, ruthless, and can't be trusted. As a positive symbol, snakes represent transformation, knowledge and wisdom. It is indicative of self-renewal and positive changes.
How many poisonous snakes are in Canada?
The Eastern Mississauga Rattlesnake
You might be confused. It is the MASSASAUGA rattler and is found on the Bruce Peninsula and Georgian Bay region. Check the Ojibway Nature centre's website.
What can I use to kill snakes?
Do you mean if one comes at you in the wild? Or to kill the ones in your house/on your property? When there was one in my house I used a bat because it was on hand. Most people use a hoe to sever the head from the body (bats are probably the least efficient...).
If you can, let a professional kill it so you don't get bitten. Call professionals to exterminate since doing it all your self can take a lot of patience and time.
But if you want to do it yourself (exterminators can be pricey!), purchase snake traps (online or in some gardening store) and set them around (damp places are best). Once they're captured you can kill them or release them more easily.
Are all snakes harm full to people?
Some types of snake are harmful to humans. Mostly they are the venomous snakes but constrictors like the Anaconda can crush the air out of someone and kill them. It has not been proven that they can eat you though, we are too big. Some Venomous snakes are not too bad like the Adder, you can simply have the anti-venom and you will be fine but some like the Spitting Cobra can kill you in hours. 9/10 of the worlds most venomous snakes live in Australia so that is the most likely place for you to be at risk.
That would be highly unlikely ... though a hawk which was injured or sick and unable to flee/defend itself might find itself an unexpected snack for a King Snake.
Hawks are more than capable of handling King Snakes and are one of a King Snakes predator as well as Badgers, Racoon's and other birds of prey (Eagles/Owls)
