By Rajni Pandey | December 4, 2024
With spiky scales that look like hair, this venomous snake from Central Africa blends into rainforests and has an otherworldly appearance.
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The tiniest snake, often mistaken for an earthworm, is harmless and feasts on ants and termites while living underground.
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This aquatic snake has wrinkly, loose skin resembling an elephant’s trunk and preys on fish in Southeast Asia.
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Its butterfly-like pattern and the longest fangs of any snake make this African rainforest dweller both stunning and deadly.
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Sporting a horn-like snout, this non-venomous snake from Vietnam lives in trees and is loved for its unique look.
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This tree-dwelling snake from Madagascar uses its leaf-shaped nose as camouflage against predators and prey alike.
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This venomous pit viper’s bright blue scales make it one of the most dazzling yet dangerous snakes in Indonesia.
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Rarely venomous and poisonous, this East Asian snake absorbs toxins from toads and uses them for self-defense.
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Known for its iridescent scales that reflect rainbow colors, this non-venomous snake looks like a living gemstone.
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Found in Iran, its tail mimics a spider, luring birds into striking range for a deadly surprise.
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This Southeast Asian snake glides between trees by flattening its body, proving snakes can “fly.”
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Its shimmering scales create a rainbow effect under light, making this South American snake a reptile enthusiast’s dream.
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