#Snakes

Reptiles • July 26, 2022

15 Different Types of Vipers

Vipers are the largest group of venomous snakes and are found all over the world. Their fangs are positioned in the front of their mouths, making it easy to strike quickly at any prey that comes too close.  There are 15 different types of vipers, each with distinctive characteristics and subspecies, which can be confusing […]

Lydia Oyelakin • November 23, 2024

Reptiles • July 25, 2022

5 Black Snakes in Pennsylvania

Snakes are notoriously misunderstood creatures, known for their strength, but now they are feared. Many people will flee if they see a snake, but most are not out to harm you. Most Black snakes in Pennsylvania are very gentle and want to be left alone. The state does have three venomous snakes, but they will […]

Kehinde Ikpea • July 27, 2024

Reptiles • July 13, 2022

10 Most Venomous Snakes in North America

One of the top reasons why people fear snakes is that they are known to be vicious creatures that can cause adverse reactions and even death in some cases. There are over 3,000 species of snakes worldwide and over 700 species in North America alone! The following ten snakes comprise the top 10 most venomous […]

Lydia Oyelakin • July 23, 2024

Reptiles • July 12, 2022

11 Snakes With the Biggest Heads in the World

There are more than 3,900 snake species in the world, and almost all of them have unique characteristics that make them stand out, but some snakes are special because of their large size. The biggest head (and body) belongs to the anaconda snake, which lives in the Amazonian regions of South America and grows up […]

Lydia Oyelakin • July 23, 2024

Reptiles • July 11, 2022

10 Most Venomous Snakes in California

California is home to more than just Hollywood and Silicon Valley; it is also home to the densest snakes in the United States. You’ll unlikely run into one of California’s most venomous snakes. However, it’s good to know what they look like if you encounter one (unlikely!) while hiking or camping. This way, you can […]

Lydia Oyelakin • July 23, 2024

Reptiles • July 9, 2022

16 Different Types of Corn Snakes

Corn snakes, like all pythons and boas, are members of the family Boidae (pronounced boy-dee), which also includes nonvenomous and venomous snakes, such as king cobras, mambas, and coral snakes.  Corn snakes are rat snakes native to the southeastern United States. They are popular pets because they are relatively easy to care for and have […]

Lydia Oyelakin • November 23, 2024

Reptiles • July 7, 2022

8 Most Venomous Snakes in Africa

Africa is home to some of Earth’s most dangerous and deadly snake species. They include venomous snakes that can kill a human with one bite and non-venomous snakes that can deliver a nasty bite. This list features deadly serpents, their range, habitat, diet, size, lifespan, and other interesting facts. The following are the top 8 […]

Lydia Oyelakin • July 21, 2024

Reptiles • July 2, 2022

7 Different Types of Snake Venom Explained

Our planet is home to many venomous snakes with different types of snake venoms. These cold-blooded predators inject their prey with deadly poisons that help them catch and devour their next meal. Snakes are everywhere; they’re fast, and they can strike in an instant.  While many are very dangerous, some aren’t as lethal as you […]

Lydia Oyelakin • July 17, 2024

Reptiles • June 23, 2022

10 Different Types of Garter Snakes

How many types of garter snakes do you know? Or, should the first question be, have you heard of garter snakes before? If the word garter isn’t familiar, here’s a common term: garden. Garter snakes are types of garden snakes found in Canada and North America. They also inhabit a variety of habitats, like ponds […]

Kingsley Felix • July 16, 2024

Reptiles • June 20, 2022

15 Most Venomous Snakes in the World

Venomous and non-venomous snake species exist. Some of the most venomous snakes in the world will be examined in this article. Poisonous snakes produce venom as a defense mechanism to immobilize victims.  Meanwhile, the presence of zootoxins, delivered to the victim by fang bites or spitting, gives snake venom its toxicity.  A muscular sheath protects […]

Jennifer Uwadiare • July 17, 2024