Most are venomous, except the genus Emydocephalus, which feeds almost exclusively on fish eggs. Sea snakes are extensively adapted to a fully aquatic life and are unable to move on land, except for the genus Laticauda, which has limited land movement. What percentage of sea snakes are poisonous? Like theirRead More →
Tigers are not known to prey on snakes; wildlife experts speculate the tiger may have eaten them because of food shortage caused by cyclone Aila that struck two months ago. What are the predators of anacondas? At the top of the food chain, adult anacondas have no natural predators. TheRead More →
Kingsnake reproduction and life span In general, mating season lasts from March until August, and females often have more than one clutch of eggs per season. Males seek out females through chemical scent. How can you tell a baby king snake? The baby king snake has many sub-species and theyRead More →
Though superficially resembling the venomous copperhead and often killed as a result of this mistaken identity, corn snakes lack functional venom and are harmless. Corn snakes are beneficial to humans by helping to control populations of wild rodent pests that damage crops and spread disease. Is it safe to handleRead More →
Blue-tongue lizards are not poisonous and do not pose any threat to people or their pets. In fact, they can be a very helpful friend to have around the garden as they eat snails and caterpillars and other insects and can help keep the population of these invertebrate garden pestsRead More →
Curtin University researchers are currently studying the efficacy of snake repellents but are yet to release their results. University of Queensland snake expert Bryan Fry has already made his mind up: “They’re totally useless and give a false sense of security.” How do I snake proof my yard? 5 tipsRead More →
Snakes in the yard or garden are a common occurrence for California homeowners.…11 Ways to Get rid of Snakes In Your Yard and Garden Spray it with a hose. … Trap the snake. … Eliminate food sources. … Get rid of standing water. … Trap the snake. … Fill burrows.Read More →
The cottonmouth can breed all year but breeds most often in spring. The female carries her eggs inside of her for about five months. The babies are born when the eggs break open inside of her, and between one and 16 young emerge. Are baby Cottonmouths poisonous? Are Baby CottonmouthRead More →
Pythons are believed to have been introduced to South Florida through the exotic pet trade and have become the main predators in the Everglades, displacing alligators at the top of the food chain. Do American alligators eat snakes? Alligators are opportunistic feeders. Their diets include prey species that are abundantRead More →
Bull snakes are not aggressive by nature and will rarely bite unless provoked or startled. Bull snakes are one of the largest species found in the United States. Can Bullsnakes kill dogs? Bull snakes are nonvenomous constrictors, so if one bites your dog, his life is not in danger, butRead More →