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The Deadliest Snakes On Earth by IgiveFreebies: 11:39pm On Nov 21, 2020
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Slimy, slithery, and seriously dangerous. Granted we could be talking about a number of things here, but in this case, we’re discussing one of the world’s most deadly species around – snakes. Think about it, there are 3,000 snake species around the globe. Of those 3,000, only some 400 are especially venomous and an even smaller portion of those 400 are incredibly deadly to humans. Assuming you’re not Steve Irwin, how do you know which snakes fall into the deadly category?
King Cobra
Throughout Asia and the jungles of India, you’ll find the King Cobra – the longest, most venomous snake in the world. GULP. Growing upwards of 18.8 feet, it isn’t actually a “true cobra”. Say what? It’s true, instead it falls into its sub genus class. Cause that somehow makes it less terrifying? Okay, okay maybe this will help. King Cobras aren’t usually deadly to humans, as they tend to hunt lizards, rodents, and other snakes. However this critter has enough neurotoxin in its venom to actually paralyze and kill an elephant, in just a few hours. Oh, and if it bites a human, the survival rate is about 40 percent.



Saw Scaled Viper
Let’s just start off and say that health insurance coverage isn’t going to help if you get bit by a saw-scaled viper. Typically located in India, China, and Asia; these vipers are nocturnal and lightning quick. Moreover, if you do get bit by one, you’ll feel it immediately. Furthermore the bite will swell and you’ll begin to bleed from your mouth, as your blood pressure plummets, and your heart rate slows. Sounds like absolute torture, right? Well it is and to make matters worse, without treatment, you could pass away within just a day or you could suffer from absolute agony for upwards of two weeks.



Black Mamba
Countless deaths are attributed to the Black Mamba all over Africa – on top of that, it’s known for its awesome striking ability and density of its toxicity. Moreover we should mention that they can strike up to 12 times in succession and furthermore, every single bite delivers copious amounts of deathly neurotoxins. How could it possibly get worse? Well, they can also pump enough venom into its victim in just a single bite to kill you 25 times over. If at all left untreated, a Black Mamba bite is nearly 100 percent deadly — death can happen in as little as 15 minutes.


Boomslang
Now the Boomslang is responsible for many deaths all around the globe, but primarily in South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. Not only are they quick, but boomslangs can also climb trees and are filled with venomous toxins – and when they bite, they can creepily open their jaws up to 170 degrees. It’s important to note that you won’t feel the effects of a bite right away, a few hours may pass when the symptoms arise. However the biggest mistake you can make is underestimating the boomslang’s life-threatening bite. Get help and the antivenom as soon as possible


Black Tiger Snakes
Black Tiger Snakes appear ominous and possess a lethal dosage of venom. Yay? No, especially considering one can die from a bite within just half of an hour, although fatalities commonly occur between six to 24 hours. Why the antivenom isn’t on any health insurance coverage is astonishing – symptoms of a bite include numbness, sweating, and tingling. While most Tiger Snakes are scared of humans, if provoked, they will turn aggressive and strike.


Inland Taipan
In terms of deadliest venom that snakes can even possess, the Inland Taipan comes out on top every time. As if that’s reason to celebrate, maybe if it was available on health insurance coverage, maybe. With a mixture of taipoxin and neurotoxin, a bite can lead to blood hemorrhaging, limited breathing, paralysis, and intense muscle damage. Located mainly in inland Australia, the Inland Taipan is often shy, reclusive, and will almost always flee instead of attacking. However if it should choose to attack, death can occur within just 30 to 45 minutes, unless you’re treated almost immediately.


Eastern Brown Snake
Especially lethal venom is merely an understatement – just a fraction of a bite from an Eastern Brown Snake can kill any adult human. After all, it is the second-most-venomous land snake in the world. Native to Australia, Papua New Guinea, and Indonesia – brown snakes are highly aggressive and account for around 60% of snake bite deaths in Australia.


Common Lacehead
Common lacehead, or bothrops atrox, is usually found in the tropical lowlands of northern South America. As a species of pit-viper, it’s easily agitated and is generally nocturnal. However it can hunt throughout the day as well as climb trees and swim. Needless to say, their venom is terribly lethal and fast acting. Even with treatment, almost all bites lead to temporary or sometimes permanent memory loss. Really makes me want to re-think my health insurance coverage options.


Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake
National Geographic refers to this snake as, “The largest venomous snake in North America. Some reach 8 feet in length and weigh up to 10 pounds.” Unless threatened, the eastern diamondback rattlesnake will not attack humans – additionally, bites are caused when someone taunts or attempts to capture the snake. Oh but they do give off one final warning before they strike – it violently shakes its tail. Yeah, that tail isn’t just for show.


Western Diamondback Rattlesnake
Up next is the western diamondback rattlesnake, which is typically found in the southwestern areas of the United States. Reportedly, it is responsible for the majority of snakebite fatalities in northern Mexico and also the largest number of snakebites all over the United States. Uhh, hashtag no thanks?


Philippine Cobra
Oh goody, we’ve reached the most venomous and deadliest Cobra species out there, which can spit its venom up to 10 feet in distance! Yeah, our jaws are also on the floor here. In regards to the venom produced by the Philippine Cobra, it’ll immediately alter your nerves, which then affect cardiac and respiratory systems within mere minutes. Could someone explain how this isn’t a cause in health insurance coverage? Anyone?


Puff Adder
Puff Adder, or Bitis arietans, although call it what you want, this snake is terrifying. Not only is it terrifying, but it’s also responsible for a majority of fatalities over any other African snake. Found in the African savannah and grasslands, the Puff Adder has a wide distribution and contains a potent venom which is produced in massive quantities due to its long fangs.


Indian Cobra
Yeah, we’re talking about “snake charmers” here, folks. Although I don’t know what’s charming about one of India’s most active biting snakes. A bite leads to paralysis, respiratory failure, or even a heart attack – all this can occur within 15 minutes up to two hours following a bite.
Re: The Deadliest Snakes On Earth by IgiveFreebies: 11:40pm On Nov 21, 2020
Russell’s Viper
Primarily located in Southeast Asia, Russell’s Viper is thought to be one of the deadliest snakes out there, due to its highly aggressive nature and location in highly populated areas. Some studies even claim that this snake is THE loudest, in terms of its hiss.


Common Krait
Common Krait, AKA one of the deadliest snakes alive. Growing upwards of three to five feet and with a rather flat head, they have almost no neck. If you should stumble upon one in the day time, it’ll hide and react slow if found. However when you run into one at night, it’ll bite as soon as it becomes annoyed. Great…oh wait. Furthermore untreated bites lead to nerve damage, muscle paralysis, and brain damage.


Terciopelo Viper
Typically found in the neotropical rainforest in Central America – the Terciopelo Viper grows up to 8 feet long and has a head 4 inches wide. Ew? Freaky? Weird? All of the above? Yeah, we’d say so! Moreover, these slimy critters are responsible a majority of snakebites in all of Central America. Lest we forget, their venom contains hemotoxins which left treated leads to death.


Many-banded Krait
You’d think by now health insurance coverage would include snakebites but it seems unlikely. Many-banded Krait, or Taiwanese krait or the Chinese krait, is located in central and sourthern China and also Southeast Asia. However not even all those names excuse the fact that this snake is incredibly dangerous. Especially when bites are left untreated, the mortality rate is between 25-35% to 70–100%. Oh, that doesn’t help much, yikes.


Malayan Snake
Southeast Asia and Indonesia is where you’ll find the Malayan Snake, or Blue Krait. And trust us, you don’t want to find this snake under any circumstance. Why? It contains a venom 16 times more toxic than the Cobra. **Screaming in horror** (Am I the only one screaming? Oh.) Don't just meet this beautiful death, you won't die beautifully


Common Death Adder
Australia, New Guinea, and a few nearly islands is where you’ll find the Common Death Adder – one of the most venomous out of any snake in the world. Bites left untreated can cause death within 24 to 48 hours, luckily an antivenom exists. Moreover we need to mention that it’s actually the fastest striking snake in the world.


Green Mambas
First of all, there are actually three kinds of green mambas in the world, because one just isn’t enough. Green mambas – Western, Eastern, and Jameson – are all incredibly venomous, highly aggressive, and unpredictable in disposition. How great is that? All three species are also highly arboreal, lightning quick, and agile. Furthermore their venom is rapid-acting and the dendrotoxins are much more devastating to the central nervous system, which causes severe neurotoxicity.

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Re: The Deadliest Snakes On Earth by IgiveFreebies: 12:11am On Nov 22, 2020
No, I had to come add these ones
Belcher’s Sea Snake
While it has a thin body and short length, Belcher’s Sea Snake are actually one of the deadliest creatures on the planet. Belcher’s Sea Snake have a crazy potent venom too, where just a milligram of the snake’s venom could actually kill thousands of adult human beings.


Anaconda
Anaconda’s really are unrealistically large snakes that can even swallow a human whole. Despite their lack of venom, Anaconda’s are still very dangerous due to its mere size. This snake actually likes to wrap victims around the midsection and then continues to compress them until totally crushed or completely suffocated. From that point on, it begins to swallow you whole. GULP.


Desert Horned Viper
Desert Horned Viper move sideways, which is totally creepy! Usually found in Middle East and northern parts of Africa. Oh and they’re also incredibly toxic…so you know, stay far, far away. This one even carry horns to the party


Burrowing Asp
BBurrowing Asp is a truly terrifying name! Especially when you learn that it likes to hide underground, typically near children’s playgrounds, it’s even more terrifying. Time to phone up that health insurance coverage, like now. Not just because of where it hides, but because it injects their poison deeper than any other snake alive.


Coastal Taipan
Oh great, the Coastal Taipan species is up next. See that’s sarcasm, cause this snake is one large, highly venomous snake which belongs to the Elapidae family. Native to the coastal regions of northern and eastern Australia and also the island of New Guinea. However according to toxicological studies, this species of snake ranks as sixth-most venomous land snake in the world. Oh, no thank you, that’s terrifying.


Rhinoceros Viper
Rhinoceros viper, or Bitis nasicornis, is a large species of viper. While they’re slow moving, they are able to strike quickly. Oh, and their hiss sounds like a shriek – that’s reason enough for me to never be a snake lover. I still wonder why lalasticlala loves these creeps

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