King cobras are one of the most feared snakes in the world. These huge, cannibalistic snakes dwell in the rainforests of Asia. Their venom is highly dangerous, and most bites are fatal if untreated. King … Read more
The sidewinder rattlesnake is a species of desert pit viper, native to the southwestern United States. Its method of movement, for which it is named, allows the sidewinder to easily navigate loose sand. Sidewinders have … Read more
All across the wilds of the eastern United States, the timber rattlesnake roams. This snake is known for its dark banded appearance, its iconic warning rattling sound, and its dangerous venomous bite. A timber rattlesnake … Read more
An inland taipan’s venom is around 50 times as toxic as an Indian cobra’s venom. This means that this snake is believed to have the second most lethal bite of all snakes in the world. … Read more
The rainbow boa is one of the world’s most unique looking snakes. It gets its name from the dazzling rainbow-colored iridescence that its scales emit in bright light. But there is much more to this … Read more
How much do you really know about snakes? You’ve probably heard so many different things about our serpentine friends as they are the subject of many myths and misconceptions. Many of the “facts” that are … Read more
The Gaboon viper, Bitis gabonica, is a terrestrial snake found in tropical climates. It has a fearsome reputation due to its great size, long fangs, and high venom yield. These strikingly beautiful snakes have a … Read more
The North American corn snake, also known by the scientific name Pantherophis guttatus, is a relatively docile constrictor snake. For this reason, they are very popular pet snakes. But there is a lot still to … Read more
There are many fascinating things to learn about snake teeth, from how snake fangs work, to what size and structure snake teeth can have, to where the snake’s flexible jaw comes from evolutionarily. Snake fangs … Read more
The eastern green mamba has an infamous reputation. It may prefer to avoid conflict, but if it decides to bite, the situation quickly turns deadly. Eastern green mambas are arboreal snakes that live in coastal … Read more
Not all snakes live on land. Some spend their days swimming through the sea. The beaked sea snake is known for its particularly potent venom. Beaked sea snakes get their name from their hook-shaped snout. … Read more
The German herpetologist, Albert Günther, first described the Black Mamba (Dendroaspis polylepis) in 1864. Herr Günther was shown this highly venomous snake by explorers of the Zambezi river. There is little doubt that the black … Read more
Few North American snakes are more feared than the eastern diamondback rattlesnake. They are infamous for their aggression and highly venomous bite. They warn humans to stay away with their tail-based rattle, a technique often … Read more
Snakes excrete waste products after they’ve finished digesting their food. Excrement comes in the form of liquid urine, solid urates, and feces. Snakes poop and pee using an organ called the cloaca. This is an … Read more
Florida is home to 50 species of snake. That’s due to the diverse range of habitats. Throughout Florida, you have grasslands, forests, marshes and swamps, ponds, lakes, rivers—basically any habitat that would be an ideal … Read more
Cottonmouths, known scientifically as Agkistrodon piscivorus, are a venomous pit viper that lives in the southern and eastern parts of the United States. They’re one of the first snakes that many of us encounter in … Read more
The ball python, known scientifically as Python regius, is highly revered in some parts of Africa. It’s a python species that’s endemic to sub-Saharan Africa that thrives in warm, tropical regions. Ball pythons are non-venomous … Read more
The yellow-bellied sea snake is beautiful, but extremely deadly. Despite the toxicity of its venom, which contains neurotoxins and myotoxins, there aren’t any reported human deaths. This is primarily because this species of sea snake … Read more
Despite their beautiful colors and patterns, there are many lethal snakes in the world that can kill you with just one venomous (poisonous) bite. These snakes are always found in the warmer, tropical parts of … Read more
Gopher snakes are one of the most common wild snakes in North America. Various subspecies of gopher snake can be found throughout the western and central United States. Gopher snakes are non-venomous constrictors that eat … Read more
Snakes are interesting and colorful animals that have become very popular as pets in recent years. The most common pet snakes are found in the Pythonidae, Colubridae, and Boidae families. Ball pythons are by far … Read more
You can find Belcher’s sea snake all around Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, and on the south coast of Vietnam. Scientists aren’t sure of how big their population is, which is why they’re listed on the … Read more
Almost every U.S. state has venomous snake species, but some have more lethal snakes than others. Texas has the second most venomous snakes of any state in the United States of America. The most venomous … Read more
Boa constrictors are large, heavy-bodied constrictor snakes. Boas grab their prey with their sharp teeth and subdue it by squeezing it to death. Their bodies are covered with saddle markings, but these are more pronounced … Read more
There are 20 species of venomous snakes found in the U.S. Of those, 16 are rattlesnakes, 2 are coral snakes, and the other 2 are water moccasins and copperheads. Each snake produces a venom that … Read more
The Burmese python is a huge snake that’s native to Asia. However, these powerful constrictor snakes have started to colonize certain parts of Florida. So, how did they get there, and why are they thriving … Read more
Snakes shed their old skin all in one piece. To ensure that the process goes smoothly, snakes require humid conditions. But the level of humidity that’s required depends on the species of snake. Unfortunately, too … Read more
The natural world is in turmoil. Climate change and human expansion have threatened species across the globe. Many snake species are declining in number, or are even almost extinct. If snakes became extinct, the prey … Read more
Wild snakes can be really dangerous, especially to vulnerable adults, young children, and small pets. Different species of rattlesnakes, cottonmouths, coral snakes, and copperheads pose a threat because they’re all venomous. You need to check … Read more
While snakes do become more trusting of their owners over time, they can’t ‘love’ or ‘feel affection’ for you. This means that there’s always going to be a chance that a snake could become defensive … Read more
Black-banded sea kraits are a bluey-grey bodies with black stripes. They have a small geographic range, from the Philippines north to Taiwan and China. They spend their lives underwater in their coral reef habitat. These … Read more
Have you seen a black snake with yellow stripes, and are unsure of what type it is? There are many black and yellow striped snake in North America. Some have longitudinal stripes, and others are … Read more
All snakes shed their skin (ecdysis). Ball pythons get rid of their skin all at once to accommodate new growth, whereas the skin comes off other mammals in tiny pieces. It’s vital that you understand … Read more
Female snakes lay eggs or give birth to live young 1-2 times per year. However, the most interesting thing to learn is how snakes reproduce. The female will let the male know when she’s ready … Read more
