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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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How often does a snake catch its prey daily nightly weekly?

Snakes usually feed about every one to two weeks. They swallow their prey whole.

Are Blue Racers warm blooded?

No. Blue Racers are reptiles and like all reptiles, they are cold-blooded.

What do snakes use to locate their prey?

  1. they slither around because their stomach muscles are really strong.
  2. they have smooth scales so they can go fast
  3. they wind themselves around the branches to climb trees

There body is like one giant bone. When wriggling it it makes a forward pushing movement to help the snake move.

What are the three groups of psychotic symptoms in schizophrenia?

The three groups are bizarre delusions, hallucinations, and a disordered or incoherent thought pattern

What snake will live happily in a kritter keeper?

None ! Critter keepers are not designed to be permanent homes for reptiles. The plastic construction is unsuitable for heating to the (often much higher) temperatures that many reptiles need. Snakes should be housed in a wooden vivarium, with the correct lighting, heating and (if necessary) humidity in order to allow it to live as naturally as possible. Snakes need space to move around. Even a garter snake will outgrow a critter-keeper in a very short space of time !

What kills wasp and snakes and rats?

The best killer for wasps in to spray and remove there nests. The number one way to be rid of rats is to keep the snakes. But set traps for rats or buy a cat if keeping the snakes is not an option. Set cotton balls around your house and remove any snakes currently there.

What does lizard feces look like?

Species ranging across arid areas tend to be insectivores. Their feces will look like a 1" long piece of dark wood. Looking closely we can see that in reality it is the exo skeletons of insects they've digested.

How hot should snakes be?

it depends on the snake but if you keep your tank around 80 you should be fine

Do snakes eat cats?

This is a good question, you know some might and some might not.

Can the king cobra fart?

Yes infact it actually can. In episode 3 of season 2 of An Idiot Abroad it shows a King Cobra farting

Are cobras aggressive?

All Snakes can be aggressive. Aggression in cobras depends on the species. However, like most snakes, they are usually only aggressive when cornered or handled.

Do California king snakes have teeth?

Yes, California King snakes have teeth. They do not have fangs, which are found in venomous snakes. Fangs are hollow, needle-like teeth that are used to inject venom into prey.

The teeth of a King snake are very tiny and hard to see. The teeth are similar to a serrated knife and are angled back to maintain a grip on the prey while the snake is constricting it.

On a personal note, my California king snake- Cassidy- bit my finger tonight and it bled. I can even see the little teeth marks on my finger.

Where do black mambas sleep?

to watch and protect her babies during night and day from any danger

What are facts about black mambas?

  1. fastest snake in the world
  2. 2nd deadliest snake in the world
  3. lives in africa
  4. eat small mammals

What river has the most diverse population of snakes in the world?

It is the nile river found in the tropical places such as africa.

Where is a picture of a snake brown with tan stripes?

Sorry, "Show" is not a picture of a brown snake .

What snakes coil in Florida?

all snakes have a tendency to coil when threatened and can strike about half to a third of their size. however, they prefer to get away rather then have a confrontation. so, if a snake is coiled simply step back slowly and it will leave without a problem. (do not try to approach a snake that is coiled unless you are trained in herpetology.

Can snakes be poisoned?

No. However, some snakes are venomous.

Do snakes eat alive things only?

No, many snakes are known to eat carrion when the opportunity comes. Many snakes in captivity will also eat prekilled prey items such as rodents, rabbits, and chickens.

Where do they get venom for Coral Snake bite?

You wouldn't want venom for something already bitten so I think you mean antivenom and I think it is now synthetic. However they used to have to inject very minute and dilluted amounts of venom into horses (or other such mammals) over the course of up to several years and then they would draw the horses blood, spin it and use the plasma as the antivenom. However, as I said it thin kit is all synthetic now.

Can you buy rainbow corn snakes in England?

Probably - but you'll have to make a lot of telephone calls to find a breeder that has produced the mutation ! The naturalcolour scheme - is reddish-brown blotches with a black 'border' on a yellow or sand coloured background. Any other colour scheme (including albino or amelanistic) is a mutation.

Are the Texas coral snake fatal?

All coral snakes are fatal. Their venom is a neurological toxin.

Is the European viper snake a mammal?

no, mamals need fur or hair and snakes have very scaly skin and lay eggs. Mammals give birth to live babies