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| Bear holding a Python (non-venomous) |
On Sunday, the 6th of November, 2011, we, on Oso Blanco, went to a snake place called Snakes Downunder. Did you know that there are about 200 species of snakes in Ozzy? About 80 species are venomous. We learned this fact and many others at Snakes Downunder.
In Ozzy, snake venom is rated against the King Cobra. The most venomous is the Inland Taipan. It is 80 times as deadly as a Cobra. But the most dangerous is the Coastal Taipan. Even though it is only 40 times as venomous as a Cobra, it is more aggressive and more common.
Some snakes lay eggs and some give birth to live young. All might eat their young and none take care of their babies. Snakes eat every 2-4 weeks.
Snakes smell with their tongue, but only some can hear. They can all see, but not very well.
The best way to identify snakes is by scale count. Snakes shed their skin about once a month.
If you see a snake, FREEZE! If you get bitten by one, put lots of pressure on the place and then call a hospital.
It was a scary and fun experience and I am still afraid of venomous snakes.
Posted by Bear
