Deadly 6: World’s top venomous snakes
Snakes are one of the deadliest creatures on the planet. Their venom is capable of killing a full-grown elephant. Venomous snakes rely on their venom for self-defense and hunting. But sadly, they are being killed on sight when they are anywhere near a human. Snakes don’t attack people. They are just startled by the situation, and they feel the need to defend themselves. Snakes only have a few options available – musk, escape, bite. You should not approach a snake by yourself if you are not trained to do so. You must call the authority who can safely collect the snake and release it away from humans in its natural habitat. Killing a snake is not a good idea.
There are plenty of venomous snakes that crawl the jungle floors. If you are an enthusiast and want to know more about the deadliest snakes in the world, then this post is for you. We have gathered information on some of the most venomous snakes in the world.
Let’s get started.
#1 Belcher’s Sea Snake
Belcher’s sea snake is an extremely venomous snake. Its venom is said to be 100x more venomous than the Inland Taipan Snake. This snake is relatively smaller in size and is usually found in the Philippines, Indian Ocean, Solomon Islands, Gulf of Thailand, and Australia’s northwest coasts. A single bite from Belcher’s Sea Snake can kill a full-grown human in less than 30 minutes. The good news is that this species of snake has a mild temperament and avoids getting close to humans. But it is so venomous that a single drop of its venom can kill 1800 people.
#2 Blue Krait
The Malayan Krait or the Blue Krait is a beautiful snake with highly venomous glands. They have bluish-black crossband patterns on them that are separated by yellowish-whitish interspaces. They are native to southeast Asia, including Indonesia and Indochina. Its venom affects the muscular system of its prey, making it paralyzed. Researchers say that its venom also attacks your respiratory system, suffocating you to death. They feed on rodents like mice, birds, and other small snakes, including members of the same species.
#3 Inland Tapian
The Inland Taipan is the most venomous snake in Australia. They are found everywhere in Australia, from far west of New South Wales to the west and southwest of Queensland, the northeast corner of South Australia, and even the Northern Territory. What makes Inland Taipans more deadly is the fact that they exclusively feed on mammals. This means their venom is developed to easily paralyze and kill mammals, irrespective of their size. So yes, humans are at greater risk of being killed by an Inland Taipan. One bite and its venom is dispersed across your nervous system, resulting in paralysis. If no action is taken within 2-6 hours after the bite, the individual will die.
#4 Eastern Brown Snake
Eastern Brown Snakes are native to eastern and central Australia and some parts of southern New Guinea. Essentially, they nest near farmlands, where they feast on house mice. They are quite deadly both in terms of their appearance and their venom. They have a brownish-black appearance with small fangs and dark black eyes. They are active during the day time. So, you may see one crawling around your farm. Statistics show that the venom of Eastern Brown Snake is so deadly that it is responsible for killing more people in Australia than any other snake species.
#5 Black Mamba
Black Mamba is an extremely venomous snake that is native to sub-Saharan Africa. It is not only their venom that makes them lethal but how they attack. They are one of the longest snakes in the world and can reach a maximum of 14 feet. Because of their slender body, they can crawl at a rapid speed of 10 miles per hour. Black Mambas attack its prey on its head. So, if they see a human, they can attack him/her in the head with a quick, rapid jump. Its venom is so effective that you will start experiencing the symptoms within 10 minutes after the bite and can die within 30 minutes if help is delayed.
#6 Russell’s Viper
Russell’s Viper is a venomous snake that is found predominantly in India, China, Taiwan, and some parts of Southeast Asia. They prefer bushy areas and grasslands and are also common around farms. Russell’s viper feast on rodents such as mice and rats. They can kill a human in a single bite. Their venom directly attacks the nervous system, resulting in a rapid drop in blood pressure. They have the ability to sit still under the leaves and other cracks on the ground. So, they mostly go unnoticed, and you may step your foot on it.
These are some of the deadliest snakes in the world. You should learn about the most venomous snakes found in your area so that you can take necessary actions when you see one.
