Snakes

Depends on the snake. This is why it's so important to identify the snake that has caused the bite, so medical authorities can select the correct antivenene. Do not try to kill or capture the snake; simply note its characteristics, especially its head. Experts can come close to identifying the snake by considering the geographical area you were bitten in terms of the snake's habitat.

Some common snakes found in deserts include the sidewinder, diamondback rattlesnake, and gopher snake. These snakes have adapted to the harsh conditions of desert environments and play important roles in the ecosystem.

The average is around three feet (91cm) - but some species can reach five feet ( 150cm) long.

No. Bull Snakes typically hunt and eat Rattle Snakes, and the snake is typically a solitary animal. However, Bull Snakes will mimic Rattle Snakes by flattening themselves and shaking their tails.

At birth, the American viper weighs about one ounce at birth. As an adult, the copperhead generally weighs less than one pound with an average weight of about ten ounces.

Snakes typically stop growing once they reach sexual maturity, which can vary depending on the species. In general, most snakes reach maturity within 1-3 years of age. After reaching sexual maturity, their growth slows down significantly.

The world's smallest snake was found in Barbados. It is so small, only 10 centimeters, that it could be mistaken for an earth worm.

The most venomous snake on earth is the Belcher's Sea Snake (Hydrophis Belcheri) or the Faint Banded Sea Snake, some consider the Inland Taipan (Oxyuranus microlepidotus) an/or the Beaked Sea Snake (Enhydrina schistosa) to be the most toxic, however, with recent and more accurate studies prove the Belcheri has a 100 times more toxic venom then the two above or any other snake on earth.

It has a paddle-like tail, breathes air and can hold it's breath up to 8 hours, a few milligrams of venom can kill over a thousand people.

It's habitat is a wide range in the South Pacific.

Excluding the Belcher's Sea Snake the next most venomous snakes on earth according to their venom rating are:

2- Inland Tiapan (Oxyuranus Microlepidotus).

3- Common Indian Krait (Bungarus Caeruleus).

4- Philippine Cobra (Naja Philippinensis).

5- King Cobra (Ophiophagus Hanna).

6- Russell's Viper (Vipera Russellii).

7- Black Mamba (Dendroaspis Polylepis).

8- Yellow Jawed Tommygoff (Bothrops Asper).

9- Multibanded krait (Bungarus Multicinctus).

10- Tigar Snake (Notechis Scutatus).

11- Jararacussu (Bothrops Jararacussu).

Grey banded king snakes communicate through a combination of visual cues, such as posturing and body language, as well as the release of pheromones. They may hiss, vibrate their tails, or strike if they feel threatened or during courtship rituals. Overall, their communication is primarily non-vocal and relies on these behaviors to convey messages.

There are several meanings for 'snake pit'. This is the most common:

Snake pits were a historical means of imposing capital_punishment. Convicts were cast into a deep pit containing venomous snakes. They died from snake venom poisoning as the irritated snakes attacked them.

No. Snakes are only known to breed with their own species.


That answer is not correct.
It is a known fact that snakes inter breed.
Many rattlesnakes will breed with a bull snake for example.
Here in S Dak, many a rattlesnake has inoperative rattles, they
don't make a sound at all! This makes them very dangerous.

It is easy to tell if a rattlesnake has bred with another type snake.
The rattlers will be set off to about a 25 degree angle from its body,

and the rattles will not make a sound, they are inoperative.

This is because of inter-breeding.

Bull snakes may exhibit cannibalistic behavior and occasionally prey on other bull snakes, especially if they are of different sizes or ages. However, this behavior is not extremely common and usually occurs when food resources are scarce.

The biggest snake ever discovered by man is the Titanoboa cerrejonensis. The snake lived approximately 60 million years ago, the period following the extinction of the dinosaurs. The snake could reach up to 15 meters in length and weighted more than 1000 kilograms. Although the record is disputed, the longest snake ever recorded was a green anaconda, with a length of 11.5 meters. The African Rock Python is the biggest African snake, with a length of 9.75 meters.

Solid Snake is a fictional character from the Metal Gear video game series. In some of the games, he dies, while in others he survives. It ultimately depends on the storyline of the specific game you are referring to.

The death adder got its name because its venom is highly toxic and can cause death within hours if left untreated. This snake is known for its ambush hunting style and quick strikes, making it a highly dangerous reptile.

They need to hibernate if they are to be mated. They are extremly good pets as you only need to clean out their tank once or twice a year. You have to feed them once a week. They come in many different colors and morphs. They need the proper nutrients to live and will be healthy if you take good care of them. They should be handled once every week at the least. If you are deciding to buy one then make sure you research them before you decide anything :) GOOD LUCK! :D

People hate what they fear. In most cases this goes back afar and goes into religion. snakes were/are Serpents. In most cases serpents were assosiated with the devil.(Like the snake in Adam and Eve) and were feared for many years. Even today!!! Like most fears, you can inherate them off other people when you are very young.
Probably because they're not 'cute & cuddly' like furry creatures. Add to that - the story of Adam and Eve being tempted by the serpent, in the bible - and it's easy to see why snakes have a 'bad press'. In reality - of the 2,400 know snake species - only about 400 species are actually venomous. Additionally - of those 400 species - only a small proportion produce venom potent enough to kill people.

Snakes lay eggs via a process called oviposition. The eggs develop and are then laid through the cloaca, which is an opening in the snake's body that serves as the endpoint for the digestive, reproductive, and urinary tracts.

King Snakes are killed and eaten by Hawks, Eagles, Owls, Badgers, Racoons and I doubt a Black or Brown Bear would have any problems snacking on them if encountered.

King Snakes can be eaten by other snakes as well ... though I haven't found out which snakes are their primary predators yet.

Snakes use their forked tongues to collect scent particles from the air and transfer them to the vomeronasal organ in the roof of their mouth. This organ helps them detect and "smell" their surroundings by analyzing chemical cues.

This is called a flicking of the tongue. A snake smells with its tongue, so it will flick its tongue a lot. it uses its tongue for sensing its prey and when it gets close enough it leaps and bits.

If snakes were removed from the food chain, it would disrupt the ecosystem balance. Their absence could lead to an increase in the population of their prey species, which in turn could deplete resources and impact other animals that rely on those prey for food. Additionally, snakes play a role in controlling rodent populations, so their absence could lead to an increase in rodent numbers, leading to further ecosystem imbalances.

its a hawk that eats both of these animals

Alaska does not have snakes

neither do new zealand or Ireland.... Hawaii has 1 native land snake that looks like a black worm....

places that generally stay pretty cold...and the northern united states doesn't count....

While there are many venomous snakes, there are a few poisonous snakes (poisons are absorbed or ingested, while venoms are injected), among those are the Japanese Rat snakes (not venomous) and the Asian Tiger snake (the only poisonous and venomous snake). Many garter snakes may become poisonous through a diet of poisonous frogs and toads, so be careful before eating them.

I searched the web a bit and the best I can tell is that all snakes are edible. If cooked properly they are supposed to be mighty tasty as well. If your worried about poison, don't be. Cutting off the head gets rid of the venom. Cooking the venom kills the poison. However, the only way the venom can effect a person is getting into ones circulatory system. You can drink pure venom of any snake without any ill effects.

**added by jinglejangle**

My understanding is that snakes are all edible, and although that may not be true, i do suspect that all North American and European snakes are probably edible. Three things to bear in mind.

1. For poisonous snakes, the venom is not poisonous to eat I THINK, but if you have a sore in your mouth or stomach you don't know about it might be dangerous to consume, especially if it is a snake that uses Neurotoxins, like the cobra family.

2. The poison glands are behind the head, so I would remove this, CAREFULLY. Many snakes can still bite you when they are dead, even when their heads are cut off, and they can still kill you this way. Bury or burn the head after removal.

3. With all snakes, even the non-poisonous ones, as well as with any reptile or amphibian, it is important to cook the meat thoroughly, and to wash your hands after handling snake flesh, because as many as 90% of reptiles carry salmonella, and you don't want that, especially if you are in a survival situation.

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**edit added by Nathan Xplosion on 02/02/10 3:04PM**

From the tours I've taken at zoos and from personal internet and reference book research, I have learned that all snakes are edible. The venom sacs reside in the back of the head, just remove the head and cook, venomous or not. Obviously, one would not want to eat the tail of a rattlesnake, but their meat is very delicious.

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