There are 2,400 snake species all
around the world wherein 600 are venomous. They are considered as one
of the scariest creatures on earth even during the ancient times. Their
venomous bite can be a fatal blow that could take effect within minutes.
1. Black Mamba
Black Mamba actually got its name because
of the color of its mouth. This type of snake has been considered as
highly dangerous and horrifyingly venomous. This snake is very
aggressive and one bite from it can kill a person in just twenty
minutes. They are usually found in different parts of Africa. Black
Mamba’s are also regarded as the longest type of snake that can be found
in Africa.
2. Rattle Snake
Rattle Snakes are usually found in North
America. It got its name from the appearance of its tail along with the
sound that it makes. When it senses danger, its tail creates a rattling
noise. Well, that’s one signal to stay away from the area as well! They
usually live in groups. Rodents and birds are their common meals.
3. Death Adder
The Death Adder is one highly venomous
snake. Usually found in Australia, they are actually not active hunters.
If they hunt, they have a unique way of doing it. They usually hide
under leaves, sand, or soil before ambushing their prey. A Death Adder’s
tail looks similar to worm and this attracts rodents.
4. Viper
Vipers have visibly hollow fangs and a
mouth that can stretch up to a very huge size. They are intelligent
snakes and they can actually control the venom that they want to
secrete. A viper’s venomous bite can paralyze a human instantly. Their
bite is so painful and usually fatal.
5. Philippine Cobra
This snake is very dangerous because it can
actually spit venom. Their name is based on the fact that they can be
usually found in the northern parts of the Philippines. These cobras are
also fond of water. They usually feed on rodents and frogs. Their venom
causes hard breathing and if not immediately treated, can lead to
respiratory failure.
6. Tiger Snake
The Tiger Snake is usually found in
Australia and Tasmania. Its name comes from its looks, having black and
yellow colored skin. Any person can die from its venomous bite in a span
of thirty minutes. They can reach up to three meters long.
7. Inland Taipan
Another Australian native, the Inland
Taipan is a highly fierce snake that has a very toxic venom. An Inland
Taipan’s bite can kill a person in one hour. They can grow as long as
2.5 meters. Don’t be fooled because they are usually shy but their
strike can be fatal.
8. Blue Krait
The Blue Krait can be usually in the
Southeast Asian counties such as Sri Lanka, India and Indonesia. These
snakes are very creepy because they usually hunt in the dark. The
shocking fact is that their venom is very lethal that sometimes even
after treatment, people still die from it.
9. Eastern Brown Snake
This snake is the 2nd most
venomous type of snake in the world. It usually ranges from around 1.2
to 1.8 meters long. This snake’s venom can lead to cardiac arrest and
paralysis that eventually leads to death. According to reports, 1/14000
of its venom’s ounce can already kill a person. They are creepy snakes
because they usually live near homes.
10. Central Ranges Taipan
This type of Taipan snake moves very fast.
They are also highly venomous. They were formerly mistaken for Brown
snakes until 2007. They are usually found in Asia and Australia.
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