Sheetal Kumari
September 9, 2024
Belcher's sea snake, highly venomous, inhabits the Indian Ocean and Southeast Asia. It's relatively docile and rarely bites, despite its potent neurotoxin.
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Inhabiting the Indian and Pacific Oceans, this snake's venom is extremely toxic. It can cause severe damage to tissues and organs. Fully aquatic.
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Inhabiting the southeastern United States, the water moccasin’s venom causes intense pain and swelling. It’s known for its aggressive behaviour and lives in both water and land.
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Found in South and Southeast Asia, the banded krait’s venom is potent. It can cause paralysis and respiratory failure if not treated. Often found in both land and water.
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The European adder, found in Europe and Asia, has venom that can be dangerous to humans, causing pain and potential complications. Prefers both land and water environments.
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The black mamba, from Africa, is fast and highly venomous. Its bite can lead to death within hours if left untreated. It can survive both on land and water.
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Found in Australia, the tiger snake’s venom is highly toxic and can cause severe symptoms and death if not treated quickly. It frequents both land and water.
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Located in Central and West Africa, the gaboon viper’s large venomous bite can lead to severe bleeding and tissue damage. Primarily a land snake but it can also survive in water.
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Native to Southeast Asia, the king cobra is the longest venomous snake. Its bite can cause respiratory failure and death. Primarily a land snake, it also frequents water.
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