Does a poisonous snake die if it bites itself?

Answer 1

It depends on the snakes.

Many snakes are immune to the venomous snakes that live in the same geographic areas. Most snakes, if not all, are immune to their own venom, but this is an evolutionary process produced over the past 100 million years. If two snakes of the same species bit each other, there would most likely be no effect from the venom.

If two snakes of different species, from different parts of the world bit each other, it is very likely that both snakes would experience a strong reaction to the other's venom.

Biting a venomous snake is not harmful as long as the stored venom is avoided. Even then, venom is not dangerous if swallowed, but is very dangerous if it enters an open wound on the biter's skin or mouth. Many birds, snakes and other animals kill and eat venomous snakes. Some have varying degrees of immunity and some are just careful.

The pig is believed to get its immunity to snake bite from its thick layer of fat.

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Answer 2

No, not always. It depends on the snake. Some snakes are venomous, and their venom will kill something like a mouse, but not a human. If you ever get bitten, try to identify the snake or remember what it looks like. Then seek medical help just encase it was a deadly snake.

Answer 3

The snake that is bitten, if not immune to the attackers venom will succumb to the bite. The attacker will not be harmed so long as the victim doesn't get the chance to bite back, and is not immune to the victims venom..

Answer 4

First off, there are no 'poisonous' snakes but there are venomous snakes. Snakes are not poisonous. They can be safely eaten without causing problems. The seriousness of the bite depends upon the species involved and how fat medical treatment is received. Some species are deadly and can kill in a very short time. Others can be deadly but it will take several hours or even days to kill.

Answer 5

yes, I believe they can. I found one with it's mouth open and teeth imbedded in it's skin and it was dead. i dont think so cuz there already venomous but idk

Answer 6

Well, I'm not sure but I'm pretty sure that it would because when it bites itself it puts the poison inside and anyone or thing will die if given poison

Answer 7

First off, snakes are not poisonous, they are venomous. Yes, snakes can die from a bite, even from themselves. Some species seem to be immune to their venom but not all.

Answer 8

Venomous snakes sometime accidentally do bite themselves. If they inject venom they may end up dead as they have no immunity to the venom.

Answer 9

No, a poisonous snake will not die if it bites itself because it has developed immunity to its own venom. Snakes have antibodies in their bodies that protect them from their own venomous bite.