Archive for the 'Uncategorized' Category

Rat Populations Rising with Snakes Decline

Saturday, November 22nd, 2008

For all of us snake lovers, we know that snakes are fascinating and useful. For those people who dislike and fear snakes, here is something to keep in mind. Snakes keep the rat populations under control. A sharp decline in the population of snakes due to ecological changes can harm the agriculture sector, as the […]

Types of Snakes

Monday, November 3rd, 2008

Did you know that the snake is said to be one of the first reptiles on Earth? Snakes played a major role in mythology. The common snake is called the ’snake’, and any mythological snake is often referred to as a ’serpent’. Many people think of snakes as generally poisonous, dangerous and even a threat […]

Beware of these Snakes

Sunday, October 19th, 2008

Do you know what the most poisonous snakes are? It is the Elapidae family, also known as elapids. The black mamba and the fierce snake are two examples. All elapids are poionous. They are found mostly in the tropical parts of the world. They have hollow fangs that are used to inject venom into their prey. Doesn’t that sound frightening? […]

The World’s Biggest Snake

Monday, September 29th, 2008

What is the biggest snake? This question comes up more than any other regarding snakes. Let’s face it, people are fascinated with size. Add to that the curiosity and the mystery surrounding snakes, and you have the ever persistent question. So the answer to the question is that it depends on whether you are referring […]

Fascinating Big Snake Video

Wednesday, August 20th, 2008

Watch this video of a big snake. But be careful, there is a surprise at the end.

The Anaconda - The Biggest Snake Video

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

Here is a link to the biggest snake eating the world’s largest rodent. The largest snake in terms of length are the pythons, but based on weight it is the anaconda. The anaconda in the video is tipping the scales at more than 550 pounds and wants to supersize his rodent meal.
Please be patient as it takes a minute to […]