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)
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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)
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)
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!)
What Do Burmese Pythons Eat? (Read Before You Feed!)
Maybe you've seen the videos of pythons swallowing gigantic animals whole. We have one of a python eating an alligator below. But that is a rare occurrence. Pythons do not regularly eat alligators or other gigantic animals. What do Burmese pythons eat most of the time then? They actually have a fairly varied diet. Keep reading to learn exactly what Burmese … [Read more...] about What Do Burmese Pythons Eat? (Read Before You Feed!)
What Do Boa Constrictors Eat? (You’ll Want To Know This!)
I bet you would never have guessed this. Cornell University herpetologist Harry Greene proved that a medium-sized boa constrictor needs less than five pounds of meat per year to stay in good health. Why is that so shocking? Because a pet cat needs at least fifty pounds of flesh a year to stay healthy! What do boa constrictors eat that they can survive on so … [Read more...] about What Do Boa Constrictors Eat? (You’ll Want To Know This!)
Is It Illegal To Kill Snakes In Virginia? (Be Careful!)
I'll begin this article with my usual plea. Please refrain from killing any snakes, unless you have absolutely no other option. These animals mean us no harm and they perform a vital function in the ecosystem. Without them, we would have a lot more rats, for one thing. But what if a snake takes up residence on your property? Is it illegal to kill snakes in Virginia … [Read more...] about Is It Illegal To Kill Snakes In Virginia? (Be Careful!)
Is It Illegal To Kill Rattlesnakes? (Be Very Careful!)
I want to say this first. You should never kill a rattlesnake, unless you have no other choice. They perform a vital function in the ecosystem and they do not mean us any harm anyway. They fear us and do everything they can to avoid us. They only strike if threatened. In addition, killing a rattlesnake could land you in serious hot water. Is it illegal to … [Read more...] about Is It Illegal To Kill Rattlesnakes? (Be Very Careful!)
What Does A Snake Nest Look Like? (Can Be Difficult To Identify)
There is one thing we repeat over and over on this site. Snakes mean us no harm. They are more afraid of us than we are of them. And they do their best to keep their distance. The only time they will strike is when they feel threatened. And few things are as threatening as a human stomping on your nest. What does a snake nest look like then, so that we can make … [Read more...] about What Does A Snake Nest Look Like? (Can Be Difficult To Identify)