Currently, there are over 2,000 snakes in existence, of which only about 300 are dangerous to people. These are the venomous snakes, some of which carry venom in their hollow fangs. A great misconception is that they carry poison in their forked tongues. With the exception of Antarctica, snakes live on all continents. Some species are adapted to a burrowing life, while others are ground-dwellers.
Some breeds are tree-climbers, and others swim in fresh or salt water.
Most species lay eggs, however some give birth to live young. In order for most snakes to grow and be healthy, they must shed their skin. These shedding cycles vary among different species, and range anywhere from every 4 to 10 weeks. AnimalWeb All Rights Reserved.