Texas is a large state.It has many different environments.And along with that, many different animals. Including many snake species.Among them are a number of dangerous snakes.What are the most venomous snakes in Texas?It should come as no surprise that most are rattlesnake species. But not all.Keep reading for a full list of the most dangerous venomous … [Read more...] about Most Venomous Snakes In Texas (12 Species With Photos)
What Do Snakes Eat In The Desert? (Some Surprising Prey!)
Desert environments are famously harsh.Water and food are scarce. Days are hot, and nights are cold.Few animals can survive in deserts. Including us humans.But a number of snake species are able to thrive in the desert.How do they do it? What do snakes eat in the desert?Keep reading to find out. We are going to look at many species desert snakes will hunt … [Read more...] about What Do Snakes Eat In The Desert? (Some Surprising Prey!)
Snakes That Eat Other Snakes (10 Cannibalistic Species)
Do you know what ophiophagy means?It means 'the eating of snakes'.There are many ophiophagous animals. The mongoose is perhaps the most famous.But there are also a number of snakes that eat other snakes.Among those, the king snake and the mussurana are perhaps the most specialized snake meat connoisseurs.But there are plenty of other species that are not … [Read more...] about Snakes That Eat Other Snakes (10 Cannibalistic Species)
How Do Snakes Communicate? (With Each Other & Humans)
Snakes do not have ears and they make few sounds.They also have no limbs.How do snakes communicate with each other then? Or with other animals or humans?Or do they just not communicate at all?It turns out, they actually have a number of different methods of communication.Of course, none of their communication is overly deep.Keep reading to learn the … [Read more...] about How Do Snakes Communicate? (With Each Other & Humans)
How Do Snakes Survive In The Desert? (11 Amazing Adaptations)
Snakes live everywhere but the arctic.That means they inhabit some pretty inhospitable locations.One of their most hostile habitats is the desert.How do snakes survive in the desert, where so many other species perish?Desert snake species have developed a number of fascinating adaptations that help them survive life in the desert.Keep reading to learn all … [Read more...] about How Do Snakes Survive In The Desert? (11 Amazing Adaptations)
Corn Snake Body Language (Why You Need To Pay Attention)
Snakes do not have emotions.But they do have likes and dislikes.And it is important to understand what your pet snake enjoys and hates.That will help you become a better snake owner.How do you know what your snake likes and hates? Corn snake body language will tell you.Corn snakes adopt various different body positions. And these positions can give you clues … [Read more...] about Corn Snake Body Language (Why You Need To Pay Attention)
How Do Snakes Protect Themselves? (10 Amazing Defense Strategies)
Snakes have an image problem.Most people see them as deadly predators.And they are, in a sense.But the vast majority of snakes are just as much prey as predator.Often even more so.How do snakes protect themselves from their own predators?It turns out, they have a number of different defense mechanisms, depending on the species. Keep reading for all the … [Read more...] about How Do Snakes Protect Themselves? (10 Amazing Defense Strategies)
Can You Train A Snake? (The Surprising Truth)
Picture this.You give the command and your snake rolls over and plays dead.Or it stands up to intimidate an intruder. And attacks if you give the order.Is any of this realistic?Can you train a snake to obey commands or perform tricks?Unfortunately, no. Snakes are not like cats or dogs. They can't be trained in the same way. But you can actually train them in … [Read more...] about Can You Train A Snake? (The Surprising Truth)
How Far Do Snakes Travel? (The Surprising Truth)
Many snakes can move quite fast.But they are also cold-blooded.And they do not eat very often.This means they need to conserve energy as much as possible.What does this mean for their mobility? How far do snakes travel, in general?It turns out some travel incredibly far. But most do shockingly little traveling.Keep reading to learn everything you need to … [Read more...] about How Far Do Snakes Travel? (The Surprising Truth)
What Animals Are Immune To Snake Venom? (9 Fascinating Creatures!)
Have you seen those videos of a mongoose battling a snake?There are tons of them out there and they are all impressive.The mongoose has a lot of traits that make it an excellent snake hunter.Is a natural immunity to snake venom one of them?And what animals are immune to snake venom, apart from the mongoose (if it is immune)?It turns out, there are a number … [Read more...] about What Animals Are Immune To Snake Venom? (9 Fascinating Creatures!)