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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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In what english-speaking country are there no snakes?
There are no states with 'poisonous' snakes. However, neither Alaska nor Hawaii have venomoussnakes. Venomous snakes may have been extirpated in both Maine and Deleware, also. However, there is a slight chance that they may exist in small numbers in isolated locations.
What snake has the longest fangs?
The 'Fierce' snake, (Oxyuranus microlepidotus) found in Australia's inland areas is by far the most venomous snake in the world. Fortunately, although very fast, it is rather docile and not particularly aggressive. The Eastern Brown Snake, aka Common Brown Snake (Pseudonaja textilis)is the second most poisonous snake, and is also highly aggressive, making it by far the world's most dangerous snake - to be handled in zoos, etc. only by the most experienced staff, wearing protective clothing.
mamba - a dangerous African snake - not to be taken lightly. It has killed many more people than the two Australian snakes, as it lives near population centres.
How does an Eastern Brown Snake bite?
The Eastern Brown Snake will usually put it's head up and coil back an "S" type position before it will strike. Eastern Brown Snakes are very timid animals, but will bite you (sometimes repeatedly) of provoked, stepped on or feeling threatened. The Eastern Brown Snake is the second most deadliest snake in the world.
Yes, there are snakes in Canada. The country is home to several species of snakes, including the garter snake, eastern milk snake, and northern water snake. However, most of these snakes are non-venomous and pose little threat to humans.
How big can a water moccasin get?
Adult water moccasins (Agkistrodon piscivorus) typically grow to around 2 to 4.5 feet in length, with rare individuals reaching up to 6 feet. They are moderately sized venomous snakes found in the southeastern United States, specifically in the coastal plain from Texas to North Carolina.
What adaptation does a snake have?
Some adaptations they make are being able to smell things with their tongues, hard skin to protect their eyes, and scales to protect them. Their bodies are often camouflaged to hide from predators.
No, male snakes cannot lay eggs. Only female snakes have the reproductive organs necessary to lay eggs. Male snakes fertilize the eggs through copulation with a female snake.
yes,snakes do need water.they could live a little while without it,but not very long.
Yes they do.
Desert snakes are specially design to retain the water they encounter, and they also get moisture from their prey, and probably they, in the wild, know the vegetation and spots where water can be found.
All snakes do need water to survive. If you're thinking of keeping a desert species, do some careful research first to determine how much they should be given and when.
Some species of coral snakes are considered to be threatened or endangered due to habitat loss, pollution, and collection for the pet trade. Conservation efforts are in place to protect these unique and often misunderstood snakes.
Anacondas are apex predators and have few natural predators in the wild. However, large caimans, jaguars, and humans are known to prey on anacondas. Additionally, young anacondas may be hunted by birds of prey, larger snakes, and other carnivorous mammals.
Snakes are eaten by many different predators. Hawks and other birds of prey, raccoons, herons, mongoose, other snakes, road runners, badgers, wild cats, and even pigs will all eat snakes. Some animals that eat venomous snakes even seem to have an immunity to snake venom.
Why are Pine Snakes in New Jersey endangered?
Pine snakes in New Jersey are endangered mainly due to habitat loss and fragmentation caused by urban development and agriculture. Their populations are also threatened by road mortality, illegal collection for the pet trade, and human persecution. Invasive species and diseases further contribute to their decline.
How do snakes keep cool on an hot day?
They spead as long as they can and they sun bake. Snakes like hot days and they are cold blooded so they need the hot to stay warm at night and if they aren't warm at night they can move as fast. And by the way there is no need to be scared of snakes they are just as afraid of you as you are of them.
What is the deadliest snake in US?
If by "most poisonous" you mean the one with the strongest venom, there are two of them--the Mojave Rattlesnake and the Tiger Rattlesnake.
Wrong, the Diamond Back Rattlesnake is more poisonous then both of those.
How many babies can a snake have?
It depends on the type of snake. It can be anywhere from two to two hundred, and this is not a strict rule by any means.
Is a common black snake poisonous?
No, black snakes are not poisonous. There is a rumor that black snakes are mating with copper head snakes, but that is not physically possible (see http://www.buzzle.com/articles/copperhead-snakes.html).
Yes, but they are usually not agressive. Most attacks are accidental encounters and the snake takes the blame when it does happen. Humans attack more snakes then the reverse behavior, and most often the snake is not a threat to people or property and are a valuable part of the ecosystem.
What is the most poinsonous land snake?
The inland taipan, also known as the "fierce snake," is considered the most venomous land snake in the world. It is native to Australia and possesses highly toxic venom that can be fatal to humans if not treated promptly.
Are there venomous snakes in Wisconsin?
There are six different poisonous snakes in South Carolina.
1. Copperhead
2. Pigmy Rattle Snake
3. Timber Rattle Snake (aka Canebrake Rattle Snake)
4. Water Moccasin (aka Cotton Mouth)
5. Coral Snake
6. Eastern Diamondback Rattle Snake
The Copperhead is the most common poisonous snake in SC, and the Eastern Diamondback Rattle Snake is the most deadly. The Water Moccassin, as it's name implies, lives mainly in or nearby water. The Coral Snake is the only representative in SC of a group of snakes called the Elapids. This group contains some of the worlds deadliest snakes including vipers, mambas, and many Australian snakes like the Taipan or the Tiger Snake. The Pigmy Rattle snake is by far the smallest of all the poisonous snakes in SC, it seldom reaches over a foot in length. Timber (or Canebrake) Rattle Snakes are fairly normal and are probably can be said to be the "average" rattlesnake.
What kind of snake has a red and black tongue?
Many snakes have red tongues with black tips, including corn snakes, rat snakes, and milk snakes. This coloration helps them mimic venomous coral snakes as a defense mechanism.
Watersnakes mainly feed on fish, amphibians, crustaceans, and other small aquatic creatures. Their diet can vary depending on their location and the availability of prey in their habitat. Watersnakes are skilled hunters and use their quick movements and stealth to catch their prey in the water.
What kind of animals have endoskeletons?
Mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and some fish have endoskeletons. An endoskeleton is an internal support structure made of bone or cartilage that provides structural support, protects internal organs, and allows for movement.
The milk snake got its name because people many years ago thought they drank milk directly from cows. The reason they thought that is because the snakes liked to hang around barns where the cows were kept. But they were not there for milk, they were there for the mice and rats which were feeding on the grain.
Ireland is known for not having any snakes. According to legend, St. Patrick drove all the snakes out of Ireland in the 5th century.
