Top 10 Most Venomous Snakes - Listverse Top 10 Most Venomous Snakes Iakhovas March 30, 2011 If you are a long time reader of Listverse you will remember that we have previously had two lists on snakes: 10 lesser known venomous snakes and 10 unusual and amazing snakes . Surprisingly, we have not published a list of the most venomous snakes – and so, today, we fill that void with the following list. This is probably also a good time to point out (which we have done on a previous list) that something is venomous when it injects you with venom, and something is poisonous when it harms you through touch or eating. 10 Rattlesnake The only snake from the Americas on the list, the Rattlesnake is easily identifiable by the tell tale rattle on the end of its tail. They are actually a part of the Pit Viper family, and are capable of striking at up to 2/3rd their body length. The Eastern Diamondback in considered the most venomous species in North America. Surprisingly, juveniles are considered more dangerous than adults, due to their inability to control the amount of venom injected.

Most species of rattlesnakes have hemotoxic venom, destroying tissue, degenerating organs and causing coagulopathy (disrupted blood clotting). Some degree of permanent scarring is very likely in the event of a venomous bite, even with prompt, effective treatment, and can lead to the loss of a limb or death. Difficulty breathing, paralysis, drooling and massive hemorrhaging are also common symptoms. Thus, a rattlesnake bite is always a potentially fatal injury. Untreated rattlesnake bites, especially from larger species, are very often fatal. However, antivenin, when applied in time, reduces the death rate to less than 4% Get the awesome documentary The Real Tomb Hunters: Snakes, Curses and Booby Traps and save 41% at Amazon.com! 9 Death Adder The appropriately named Death Adder is found in Australia and New Guinea. They actually hunt and kill other snakes, including some on this list, usually via ambush. Death Adders look quite similar to vipers, in that they have triangular shaped heads and short, squat bodies. They typically inject around 40-100mg of venom with an LD of 0.4mg-0.5mg/kg.

An untreated Death Adder bite is one of the most dangerous in the world. The venom is a neurotoxin. A bite causes paralysis and can cause death within 6 hours, due to respiratory failure. Symptoms generally peak within 24-48 hours. Antivenin is very successful in treating a bite from a Death Adder, particularly due to the relatively slow progression of symptoms, but before its development, a Death Adder bite had a fatality rate of 50%. With the quickest strike in the world, a Death Adder can go from strike position to striking and back again within 0.13 of a second. 8 Vipers Vipers are found throughout most of the world, but arguably the most venomous is the Saw Scaled Viper and the Chain Viper, found primarily in the Middle East and Central Asia, particularly India, China and South East Asia. Vipers are quick tempered and generally nocturnal, often active after rains. They are also very fast. Most of these species have venom that cause symptoms that begin with pain at the site of the bite, immediately followed by swelling of the affected extremity. Bleeding is a common symptom, especially from the gums.

There is a drop in blood pressure and the heart rate falls. Blistering occurs at the site of the bite, developing along the affected limb in severe cases. Necrosis is usually superficial and limited to the muscles near the bite, but may be severe in extreme cases. Vomiting and facial swelling occurs in about one-third of all cases. Severe pain may last for 2-4 weeks. Often, local swelling peaks within 48-72 hours, involving the affected limb. Discoloration may occur throughout the swollen area as red blood cells and plasma leak into muscle tissue. Death from septicaemia, respiratory or cardiac failure may occur 1 to 14 days post-bite, or even later. 7 Philippine Cobra Most species of Cobra would not make this list; however the Philippine Cobra is the exception. Drop for drop, its venom is the most deadly of all the Cobra species, and they are capable of spitting it up to 3 metres. The venom is a neurotoxin which affects cardiac and respiratory function, and can cause neurotoxicity, respiratory paralysis and death in thirty minutes. The bite causes only minimal tissue damage.

The neurotoxins interrupt the transmission of nerve signals by binding to the neuro-muscular junctions near the muscles. The symptoms might include headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dizziness, collapse and convulsions. 6 Tiger Snake Found in Australia, the Tiger snake has a very potent neurotoxic venom. Death from a bite can occur within 30 minutes, but usually takes 6-24 hours. Prior to the development of antivenin, the fatality rate from Tiger snakes was 60-70%. Symptoms can include localized pain in the foot and neck region, tingling, numbness and sweating, followed by a fairly rapid onset of breathing difficulties and paralysis. The Tiger snake will generally flee if encountered, but can become aggressive when cornered. It strikes with unerring accuracy. 5 Black Mamba The feared Black Mamba is found throughout many parts of the African continent. They are known to be highly aggressive, and strike with deadly precision. They are also the fastest land snake in the world, capable of reaching speeds of up to 20km/h. These fearsome snakes can strike up to 12 times in a row.

A single bite is capable of killing anywhere from 10-25 adults. The venom is a fast acting neurotoxin. Its bite delivers about 100–120 mg of venom, on average; however, it can deliver up to 400 mg. If the venom reaches a vein, 0.25 mg/kg is sufficient to kill a human in 50% of cases. The initial symptom of the bite is local pain in the bite area, although not as severe as snakes with hemotoxins. The victim then experiences a tingling sensation in the mouth and extremities, double vision, tunnel vision, severe confusion, fever, excessive salivation (including foaming of the mouth and nose) and pronounced ataxia (lack of muscle control). If the victim does not receive medical attention, symptoms rapidly progress to severe abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, pallor, shock, nephrotoxicity, cardio toxicity and paralysis. Eventually, the victim experiences convulsions, respiratory arrest, coma and then death. Without antivenin, the mortality rate is nearly 100%, among the highest of all venomous snakes.

Depending on the nature of the bite, death can result at any time between 15 minutes and 3 hours. 4 Taipan Another entry from Australia, the venom in a Taipan is strong enough to kill up to 12,000 guinea pigs. The venom clots the victim’s blood, blocking arteries or veins. It is also highly neurotoxic. Before the advent of an antivenin, there are no known survivors of a Taipan bite, and death typically occurs within an hour. Even with successful administration of antivenin, most victims will have an extensive stay in intensive care. It has been likened to the African Black Mamba in morphology, ecology and behavior. 3 Blue Krait The Malayan or Blue Krait is, by far, the most deadly of this species. Found throughout South East Asia and Indonesia, 50% of bites from the deadly Blue Krait are fatal, even with the administration of antivenin. Kraits hunt and kill other snakes, even cannibalizing other Kraits. They are a nocturnal breed, and are more aggressive under the cover of darkness. However, overall they are quite timid and will often attempt to hide rather than fight.

The venom is a neurotoxin, 16 times more potent than that of a Cobra. It quickly induces muscle paralysis by preventing the ability of nerve endings to properly release the chemical that sends the message to the next nerve. This is followed by a period of massive over excitation (cramps, tremors, spasms), which finally tails off to paralysis. Fortunately, bites from Kraits are rare due to their nocturnal nature. Before the development of antivenin, the fatality rate was a whopping 85%. Even if antivenin is administered in time, you are far from assured survival. Death usually occurs within 6-12 hours of a Krait bite. Even if patients make it to a hospital, permanent coma and even brain death from hypoxia may occur, given potentially long transport times to get medical care. 2 Eastern Brown Snake Don’t let the innocuous name of this snake fool you, 1/14,000 of an ounce of its venom is enough to kill an adult human. Coming in a variety of species, the Eastern Brown snake is the most venomous. Unfortunately, its preferred habitat is also along the major population centers of Australia.

The Brown snake is fast moving, can be aggressive under certain circumstances and has been known to chase aggressors and repeatedly strike at them. Even juveniles can kill a human. The venom contains both neurotoxins and blood coagulants. Fortunately for humans, less than half of bites contain venom and they prefer not to bite if at all possible. They react only to movement, so stand very still if you ever encounter one in the wild. [ Image Source ] 1 Fierce Snake or Inland Taipan While I did say that I would not include multiple sub-species in this list, the incredible Inland Taipan deserves a spot of its own. It has the most toxic venom of any land snake in the world. The maximum yield recorded for one bite is 110mg, enough to kill about 100 humans, or 250,000 mice! With an LD/50 of 0.03mg/kg, it is 10 times as venomous as the Mojave Rattlesnake, and 50 times more than the common Cobra. Fortunately, the Inland Taipan is not particularly aggressive and is rarely encountered by humans in the wild.

No fatalities have ever been recorded, though it could potentially kill an adult human within 45 minutes. + Belcher’s Sea Snake The most venomous snake known in the world, a few milligrams is strong enough to kill 1000 people! Less than 1/4 of bites will contain venom, and they are relatively docile. Fisherman are usually the victims of these bites, as they encounter the species when they pull nets from the ocean. Found throughout waters off South East Asia and Northern Australia. More Great Lists Snakes Alive! The Country with the Most Venomous Snakes Australia has more venomous snakes than any other country in the world. It also has the unenviable distinction of being home to no fewer than 9 of the top 10 most venomous snakes in the world. Interestingly, it is the only continent with a higher proportion of venomous snakes to non-venomous ones: out of a total of nearly 170 species (including more than 30 sea snakes) around 120 of them are venomous.

Some 20 - 25 of these are considered to be highly dangerous to people, the commonest cause of serious snakebite being the tiger snake (Notechis scutatus). Even though few parts of Australia are entirely free of dangerous snakes - and an estimated 3,000 Australians are bitten by venomous snakes every year - deaths due to snakebite are relatively uncommon. Fatalities have dropped dramatically since the beginning of the century as anti-venoms have become more readily available: every year 200 - 500 of the snakebite victims require treatment with anti-venoms without which their chances of survival would have been limited. Between 1981 and 1991 only 18 deaths from snakebite were reported to the Commonwealth Serum Laboratory, Melbourne; four of these were people bitten after picking the snakes up or playing with them. Brown snakes (genus Pseudonaja) were responsible for 11 deaths; tiger snakes (Notechus scutatus) for four; taipans (Oxyuranus scutellatus) for two; and a death adder (Acanthopis australis) for one.

stumbleupon Email Comment Snakes are probably one of the scariest animals around. By merely hearing someone say snake, you could probably imagine its hissing sound and you can get some goose bumps already. What makes snakes even scarier is the fact that they can be very scheming. You might not see them easily and when they attack you, you will never know what hit you. There are different types of snakes, some more dangerous than the others. In this list, we will show you the 10 deadliest snakes in the world based on the amount of venom necessary to kill mice tested in a laboratory. This is called the LD50 or the median lethal dose. The lower the dose needed, the deadlier the snake is. 10. Tiger Snake The tiger snake is striped like real tigers. There are several varieties of this snake that can be found in different places but it is predominantly present in Australia. Some of its favorite spots are coastal areas and creeks. The median lethal dose for the tiger snake varies from an LD50 of 0.4 for the Chappell Island tiger snake variety and it can go as low as 0.12 for the peninsular tiger snake.

A tiger snakebite that remains untreated can rapidly cause problems in breathing, paralysis, and even death 60% of the time. 9. Desert Horned Viper The desert horned viper is characterized by its little horns over each eye that makes it easy to recognize. It is known for its side-winding move. It presses its weight on the sand to enable it to move across the sand’s loose surface. The desert horned viper is commonly found across North Africa and the Middle East. Scientists have different opinions on the desert horned viper’s venom toxicity that varies from an LD50 range of 0.4 to 0.1. 8. Common Krait The common krait usually feeds on lizards, small mammals, and other snakes. What makes this snake very dangerous is that it often attacks you in your sleep. You might not even realize that a snake bit you because its bite is painless. You may think that you were only bitten by a mosquito or an ant. The common krait’s venom takes several hours to take effect but it can be fatal through respiratory failure. This snake is commonly found in India. It is one of the species that causes the most number of snakebite cases in South Asia.

The common krait has an LD50 of 0.09. 7. Boomslang The boomslang is a small, beautiful, and brightly colored snake. Its venom is released through its fangs at the rear of its jaw rather than at the front. The effect of the snakebite will normally be felt after several hours. It can cause internal and external bleeding since the blood clotting process is disabled. The boomslang is normally found in Africa. It is not as aggressive as other types of snake as it would prefer to retreat than to attack. While deaths caused by a boomslang’s bite are relatively rare, it still remains dangerous with a high venom toxicity of 0.07 LD50. 6. Tiger Rattlesnake A tiger rattlesnake is a striped snake commonly found in northwestern Mexico and southwestern United States. It is touted to have the highest toxicity among all rattlesnakes. Any tiger rattlesnake bite should be considered as a critical emergency. Experts have different opinions on the strength of the venom of the tiger rattlesnake but it can go as low as 0.06. 5.

Black Mamba The black mamba is a big, black, long, quick, and deadly type of snake. It is recorded as the world’s fastest snake and the second longest venomous snake. Its can move at the speed of 14 miles per hour and it has an average length of 8.2 feet. The effect of the black mamba’s snakebite can be felt in 30 minutes to an hour. It can mean death by heart attack or respiratory failure. Fortunately, an anti-venom has already been created to prevent deaths from the black mamba’s snakebite. Its venom has a 0.05 LD50. 4. Eastern Brown Snake The eastern brown snake is another deadly variety of snakes. Its venom contains blood coagulants and neurotoxins. It’s commonly found in Australia. There are different reports on the toxicity of the venom of the eastern brown snake. Its LD50 ranges from 0.05 to 0.03. 3. Russell’s Viper The Russell’s Viper is another deadly snake to avoid.

What makes it more dangerous than the other types of snakes is that it thrives in open fields and bushy areas, or the places where people live because of its strong attraction to rodents. Some of the common victims of the Russell’s Viper would be outdoor workers. This snake is commonly found in India, Thailand, and Burma. In Burma alone, it accounts for 90% of snakebite deaths. Some effects of its snakebite include extensive bleeding, necrosis, swelling, pain, and vomiting. It can kill you through cardiac, respiratory, or kidney failure. Unfortunately, there is no anti-venom for its snakebite as its venom’s properties are different, depending on the area where the snake is found. It has a deadly venom toxicity with an LD50 of 0.03. 2. Taipan The taipan is also called a fierce snake due to the fierceness of its venom. Contrary to its alternate name, the taipan is actually reclusive and shy. After biting its prey, it would normally retreat first to wait for its prey to die before returning to feed on it. It is recorded as the world’s most venomous land snake. The taipan is normally found in Australia.

Its venom clots the blood and blocks blood vessels. While an anti-venom has been invented, the recovery period from a taipan’s snakebite can still be painful and slow. Its venom’s toxicity can range from an LD50 of 0.03 to as low as 0.01. 1. Sea Snake The sea snake is an aggressive hook-nosed type of snake. It is very dangerous with allegedly eight times more toxicity than the cobra’s venom. Its toxicity depends on the type of sea snake involved, ranging from an LD50 of 0.04 for the Dubois reef sea snake to as low as 0.01 for the Belcher’s sea snake. 239 Shares Top 10 Most Poisonous Snakes in the World - List Dose Top 10 Most Poisonous Snakes in the World Article by Sakshi Agrawal , June 20, 2014 The worlds’ most poisonous snakes has the most amazing skin, they are shiny, glossy, striking and alluring. But no matter how beautiful these creatures are, you cannot even dare to be around them forget about the whim to touch.

Snakes never intent to attack humans willingly but it doesn’t change the fact that they are the most venomous and dangerous creatures in the world. In fact, they fear us as much as we fear them and ergo when encountered one should never try to harm them; they get aggressive and furious when disturbed. It’s important to have a basic knowledge about the most poisonous snakes in the world. This is the reason why we have brought yet another top ten most addictive list for our readers. So, have a look on “The Most Poisonous Snakes in the World” 10. Death Adder – Death Adder is native to Australia and is one of the most poisonous snakes in the world found mainly on the east coast of Australia, New Guinea and nearby Islands. They have a very unique way of hunting; they have the habit of burying themselves in the sand or leaf litter and secretly wait for their prey to approach rather than aggressively stalking like other snakes and as soon as the prey reaches nearby they twitch their tail to lure them and rapidly grab their diet. Their venom contains highly toxic neurotoxin, and they are capable of delivering the fastest strike among all venomous snakes in the world.

If you ever come across something shiny and meek on Australian sand, avoid the urge to touch, it might be Death Adders tail. 9. Common Krait – Common Krait, most commonly referred to as Indian Krait or the blue krait is found mostly in the jungles or rural areas of the Indian subcontinent. It is highly neurotoxic and causes respiratory failure. Its bite is painless which is why the local villagers consider Common Krait a very mysterious snake. The neurotoxins affect the nerve endings and the victims die complaining about the severe abdominal cramps. The average length of the snake is 0.9 metre and can grow up to 1.75 metres. During the day time, it is sluggish, and at night, the snake is very active. Its one bite is enough to kill sixty people within four to eight hours. 8. Philippine Cobra – Cobras are easily recognizable because of their wide neck collars, and unlike other cobras, Philippine Cobra is stocky and very poisonous. They are famous for their use by oriental snake charmers as they respond spontaneously to visual cues.

This one of the most deadly snake in the world is capable of spitting its venom as far as three meters to reach its target. A bite from the Philippine cobra can lead to death from paralysis within an hour. They are found on Luxon, Mindoro, Catanduanes and Masbate Islands of Philippines. Although their average length is usually 1 meter but it can grow up to 2.5 meters long. The good news is the snake will attack you only when they feel that you are a threat to them or their babies. So now I hope you’d remember that not all cobra bites are harmless and safe. 7. Tiger Snake – Tiger snakes are found in south-eastern Australia and no, they don’t attack like tigers. They have a striped marking like those on a tiger and hence the name Tiger snake. The venom of this venomous snake contains potent presynaptic neurotoxins which cause progressive paralysis and muscle weakness. It also contains myotoxins that damages the muscle completely. Tiger snake loves to prey on frogs, small mammals, lizards and birds. In some areas where the food is in abundance, large numbers of tiger snakes are found.

Unlike other Australian serpents, tiger snakes are protected species and an attempt to kill or injure them incurs a fine of up to $7500 with 18 months imprisonment. 6. Belcher’s Sea Snake – The other name for Belcher is faint-banded sea snake, and they have a very mild temperament. Unless and until you severely mistreat them they won’t attack. Although they are known for their docile nature but that doesn’t mean they are not dangerous. The snake lives in the Indian Ocean, Gulf of Thailand, Australia, Solomon Islands and Northern Queensland. Its favourite food is fish, eels and fish eggs. The venom from its one deadly bite can kill three large Asian Elephants and can drop fifty fully grown men. Usually fishermen handling nets are the victims of Belcher’s sea snake but due to its cool temper it rarely injects much of its venom. 5. Black Mamba – Black Mamba is the longest snake in Africa, reaching up to 4.5 meters in length. It is also the fastest snake in the world, capable of travelling a distance of 20 km in less than an hour.

This deadliest snake has got its name not from its skin color but from the black color of the inside of its mouth. They are usually shy until threatened, but highly aggressive once provoked. Its venom is the most rapid acting venom of any snake species, and before antivenins were developed, a black mamba bite was 100% fatal. The natives of Savannas, south-eastern Africa and those visiting these regions should be aware of black mamba’s kiss of death. 4. Beaked Sea Snake – Beaked sea snake is highly venomous species of sea snakes and is also known as hook-nosed sea snake, common sea snake or valakadyn sea snake. This widespread species is responsible for five out of ten deaths caused by sea snake bites around the world. It can be found anywhere from the Persian gulf to northern coastal Australia. Its diet is very rich as it thrives on catfish and other sea life. The average venom yield per bite is 7.9-9.0 mg, while the lethal human dose is estimated to be 1.5mg. It get upset very easily and travels much faster on land than other sea snakes and therefore you have to be really careful when swimming off the coast to Australia.

3. Coastal Taipan – The Coastal Taipan is a very dangerous and extremely venomous snake and has the largest fangs among all the other Australian snakes which grow up to 13 millimetres long which it uses to inject 120 mg of its deadly venom into the system of its victim. There,body is robust and can grow up to 3.5 metres, the average however is only 2.5 metres. They are very aggressive but prefer not to attack unless cornered or provoked. The Coastal Taipan is also known as eastern Taipan and hence, is found all along the coast of Australia, Queensland and the island of New Guinea. They occupies variety of habitats and shelters in abandoned animal burrows, discarded trash and sugarcane windrows as they can easily find their favourite food – bandicoots, rats, mice and lizards at these places. 2. Eastern Brown Snake – Eastern brown snake is also known as common brown snake and is often cited as the second most venomous land snake in the world. It is found throughout the eastern half of mainland Australia and Indonesia and has an average length of 1.8m.

They are fast-moving, aggressive and are particularly known for their bad temper. This formidable creature is responsible for most of the deaths caused by snakebite in Australia. Its venom causes progressive paralysis and if immediate dosage of antidote is not given then the victim may collapse in less than an hour. It preys mainly on rodents, birds and other small reptiles which is why it is often found around farm buildings. 1. Inland Taipan – The Inland Taipan is an Australian native and is considered to be the most poisonous snake in the world. It is also known as small-scaled and fierce snake that can reach a total length of 2.5 metres. Although it is timid and reclusive, but the venom from one bite possesses enough punch to drop 100 fully grown men. The fierce snake inhabits the black plain soil in the Channel country of south-western Queensland and north-eastern South Australia. It shelters in the deep dry scrublands and crevices to escape from its predators and searing heat. The diet of Inland Taipan is solely composed of rodents, small mammals and birds.

The prey is subdued with a series of seven venomous bites in a single attack after which the small-scaled serpent wait for its diet to die. Related posts: 10 Most Dangerous Snakes in the World | Curiosity Aroused Home > Nature > 10 Most Dangerous Snakes in the World 10 Most Dangerous Snakes in the World Tweet While many people love snakes and even keep them as pets, others are flat-out terrified of them. Fear of snakes is so ubiquitous that snakes are traditionally used to symbolize evil in mythology, literature, and film. Of course, snakes are not evil, and many of them are quite docile, even friendly. But a number of species can be quite dangerous if you cross them in nature, especially if they feel threatened. Even snakes that are generally friendly can kill you with their venom if you take them by surprise. Here are 10 of the most dangerous snakes on the planet. 1. Belcher’s Sea Snake Belcher’s Sea Snake (Photo credit: Wikipedia) These slender, striped snakes may be familiar to you, perhaps even from personal experience. Sea snakes are typically pretty passive and won’t harm you unless they feel threatened. A threatened sea snake may bite you, releasing its venom.

Only about a quarter of sea snake bites contain venom, but the sea snake is the most venomous snake on the planet. A few milligrams of Belcher’s Sea Snake venom is enough to kill a thousand people, making the sea snake the most dangerous snake in the world in terms of venomousness—even though it is typically harmless. 2. Rattlesnake Rattlesnake (Photo credit: Wikipedia) The rattlesnake is one of the most recognizable snakes in the Americas. It’s hard to miss the rattle at the end of the tail which gives this snake its name. The rattlesnake is actually a type of viper, and is quite venomous. The most dangerous snakes in this species are the young Eastern Diamondbacks. When treated promptly, fewer than 4% of rattlesnake bites are fatal, but when left untreated, all bites are potentially lethal. Rattlesnake venom can damage organs and prevent blood from clotting, leading to paralysis, breathing problems and massive bleeding. Losing a limb is not uncommon. 3. Death Adder Death Adder (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Everyone knows the story about how Cleopatra killed herself with the aid of an adder.

This type of adder is found in Australia and New Guinea and looks a lot like a viper. Death adders are so dangerous that they hunt down other snakes, hiding in wait before leaping out and attacking their prey. Venom from a death adder will cause paralysis, respiratory failure, and death within just six hours. Around half of all untreated patients will die from Death Adder bites. With prompt treatment however, death is unlikely. 4. Inland Taipan Inland Taipan (Photo credit: Wikipedia) The venom from a single bite of an Inland Taipan can kill as many as 100 people. That may seem like nothing compared to the Belcher’s Sea Snake, but it’s still pretty impressive! While the rattlesnake is the most dangerous snake in the Americas, this snake is ten times more venomous. It is fairly passive however and keeps to itself; encounters with the Inland Taipan are relatively rare. 5. Eastern Brown Snake Eastern Brown Snake (Photo credit: Wikipedia) The Eastern Brown Snake is not only very venomous, but also very aggressive, which makes it one of the most dangerous snakes in the world.

This snake is native to Australia, and will often make its home in populous locations. Furthermore, it will actually chase down a person it perceives as a threat. It prefers not to bite, but will do so repeatedly if it decides to attack. Less than half of the bites are poisonous, but they do contain neurotoxins which cause paralysis and can be lethal. 6. Blue Krait Blue Krait (Photo credit: Wikipedia) This species, native to South East Asia and Indonesia, has venom 16 times stronger than a cobra’s. Unfortunately, antivenin is not as effective against Blue Krait bites as it is against other types of snake bites. This makes it one of the most dangerous snakes, but fortunately the Blue Krait is nocturnal, so if you don’t roam around at night in the underbrush, you will probably avoid a Blue Krait encounter. 7. Black Mamba Black Mamba (Photo credit: Wikipedia) The Black Mamba is native to Africa. While it may not be the most venomous snake in the world (one bite may only deliver enough venom to kill 10 people), it is still arguably the most dangerous snake in the world for other reasons.

It is the fastest snake on earth, able to travel as fast as 20 km/h. A Black Mamba may strike its target a dozen times in a row. Without prompt treatment, a Black Mamba bite is almost always fatal. 8. Tiger Snake Tiger Snake (Photo credit: Wikipedia) The Tiger Snake is yet another dangerous snake native to Australia. This wide, yellow-banded snake is feared for the accuracy of its strikes. Without treatment, the fatality rate is generally around 70%. Like most other snake venoms, Tiger Snake venom causes paralysis, which may lead to respiratory failure and death. 9. Philippine Cobra Philippine Cobra (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Cobras are highly recognizable because of their wide neck collars, but most species of cobra aren’t among the most dangerous snakes in the world. The most deadly cobra is the Philippine Cobra. It can spit its venom as far as 3 meters to reach its target. A bite from the Philippine Cobra can lead to death from paralysis within a half hour. 10. Saw Scaled Viper Saw scaled viper (Photo credit: Wikipedia) This is one of the most dangerous vipers, along with the Chain Viper.

This type of viper can be found in the Middle East and Far East, and is usually most active during nighttime following rain storms. Vipers are very fast, but their venom is relatively slow-acting. With antivenin, death is rare, but if you do not receive medical assistance, you can die a slow painful death over the course of 2 to 4 weeks. As you can see, there are a number of different factors which can make any given snake deadly: the toxicity of its venom, the speed of attack, the aggression, and the likelihood that you would encounter that snake at all. The good news is that most snakes will only target you if they believe that you are a threat to their lives or to their young, and most bites can be treated effectively with antivenin, but you need to be fast. Worlds Top 10 Most Poisonous Venomous Deadliest Snakes Worlds Top 10 Most Poisonous Venomous Deadliest Snakes Post: Gaurav Akrani. Date: 7/28/2008. Comments (143) . Label: Animals , Reptiles , Snakes , Videos .

World's Top 10 Most Poisonous Venomous Deadliest Snakes - Informative Snake Article ↓ No doubt, Snakes are the deadliest, venomous creatures, yet are the most beautiful creation of mother nature. Snakes as always are wonderful species of our eco system. As like other wild creatures, their existence too is indeed important to maintain nature's ecological balance. Snakes never attack humans willingly else they get aggressive only when are hurt or disturbed without warning. It's their natural wild instinct of self-defense that force any venomous snake to strike. In fact, as much as we fear snakes, they too fear humans and other bigger species. Deadly Snakebite is always a worst hazardous accident. Lack of proper medical treatment on time can cause a major physical damage to an injured, may even prove fatal. Good Knowledge, smart approach and scientific understanding of top venomous serpents can help us clarify many misconceptions about these wonderful wild species. Following snake article provides you brief info on world's top 10 most dangerous, venomous, toxic snakes and also essential tips on, How to avoid a deadly snakebite? Enjoy reading this informative snake article. Note!

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Top 10 Deadliest Snakes Rankings are based on an aggregate study and comparison of individual snake's toxicity (LD50 Tests), its personality, body size, recorded human deaths, max capacity to inject a venom (volume), type of venom, symptoms of bite, victims' medical studies, new research information, etc. Following list is an outcome of a global survey. Additional Note:- World's Top 10 Most Venomous, Toxic Snakes rankings below are likely to change in the future with new research and studies. In the following article, I'm purposefully and constantly using words like 'the most poisonous', 'poisonous', 'the most deadliest', 'deadliest', 'deadly', 'the most venomous', 'venomous', etc. This is done just to maintain my writing style, presentation and balance SEO of the article. Here all such words must be considered as a synonym actually saying 'The Most venomous or Toxic'. Hydrophis Belcheri - Most Venomous Snake Snake's Record: Inland Taipan is not world's most toxic venomous snake else rightly saying it is terrestrial world's most toxic land snake on earth. Neither it is Beaked Sea Snake (Enhydrina schistosa).

Snake which is 100 times more venomous than Taipan, Beaked Sea Snake or any other snake on earth is Hydrophis Belcheri . Record's Disagreement: Some snake enthusiasts and herpetologists may not agree with above sentence and would either name Beaked Sea Snake (Enhydrina schistosa) or the Inland Taipan (Oxyuranus microlepidotus) as having most toxic venom than Belcheri. Record's Agreement: But present situation is changing, more recent studies and better results of improving experiments have suggested and compelled majority of scientific world to accept 'Hydrophis Belcheri' as the real contender No.1. Even literary world seems to be in agreement with this as many recent encyclopedias says it's 'Hydrophis Belcheri". Example: To verify, refer reputed DK'S ILLUSTRATED FAMILY ENCYCLOPEDIA Edition 2007, Page No. 918, lower bottom under title 'Most Venomous Animals' and read the first sentence.

Finally majority always wins and recent researches and new data seems to be in favour of Belcheri, so whether you agree or not, Belcher's Sea Snake remains the most venomous snake on planet earth. Belcher's Sea Snake ( Hydrophis Belcheri ) Snake's Description: Hydrophis Belcheri's thin body is usually chrome yellowish in colour and is surrounded by dark greenish bands. Head is short and has same color as that of bands. Its mouth is very small but suitable for aquatic life. Its body when viewed outside water appears having fainted yellow colour. Snake's Names: Its scientific name 'Hydrophis Belcheri' was given by John Edward Gray in 1849 which commemorates the British Naval officer and explorer Sir Edward Belcher (1799-1877). Hydrophis comes from Greek 'hydro' = water + 'ophis' = serpent, belcheri comes from latin here 'belonging to man named belcher'. It is also referred as Faint Banded Sea Snake and Belcher's Sea Snake. Snake's Characteristics: Hydrophis Belcheri is a sea snake. Its scales are different from other snakes and they overlap each other.

Dorsal pattern does not extend on to venter; it has scales with a central tubercle. It is highly compressed at the rear end of the body and has a short head. Abdominal board is very narrow or non-existent. Like other sea snakes it has a paddle-like tail which make him an expert swimmer; it rarely goes on land, eats fish and shellfish. It breaths air, has valves over its nostrils that close underwater. It can hold its breath for as long as 7 to 8 hours while hunting and even sleeping but then has to come over water surface for a quick breath of air. It is a docile specie and not aggressive at all. It is usually active at night. It may deliver a provoked bite only after repeated severe treatment. It usually bites fishermen handling nets but only (1/4)th of those bitten are envenomated since Belcheri rarely injects any venom. Few milligrams (mg) of Belcheri's myotoxic venom is enough to kill an estimate of more than 1000 people. If Belcheri injects sure death within few minutes.

Painful death may even take less time depending on victim's body size and time taken by infected blood to reach its vital organs. It is the most toxic venomous specie of snake known to date and holds a record in Guinness Book. Snake's Length: Hydrophis Belcheri range from 0.5 to 1 metre in length. Snake's Distribution: Its main habitat is the Ashmore Reef in the Timor Sea off north-western coast of Australia. It is also found in seas of Indonesia and the South Pacific, having been recorded in the Philippines near Visayan and Panay islands, Gulf of Thailand, Sulawesi, New Guinea, Fiji, Kiribati, and the Solomon Islands. This sea snake is not ranked nor included in my top tens due to its non-terrestrial nature and limited human encounters. Even if it bites it rarely injects any venom, though being most venomous it is not most dangerous at all.

Inland Taipan ( Oxyuranus Microlepidotus ) Western or Inland Taipan (Oxyuranus Microlepidotus) (Fierce Snake), Central Ranges Taipan (Oxyuranus Temporalis), North-West Australian Taipan (Oxyuranus Scutellatus Barringeri), Papuan Taipan (Oxyuranus Scutellatus Canni), Costal Taipan (Oxyuranus Scutellatus Scutellatus). Snake's Description: Generally Taipans are uniformly olive or dark brown, the head is somewhat darker brown. Snake's Toxic Rank 1: Inland Taipan is the world's most venomous land snake. Its bite is synonymous with death. Maximum survival time recorded after Taipan's bite is not more than few hours. Without prompt medical assistance its victim has rarest chance of recovery. Taipans are divided into following five sub-species viz; Western or Inland Taipan (Oxyuranus Microlepidotus) or (Fierce Snake), Papuan Taipan (Oxyuranus S.

Canni), Common or Coastal Taipan (Oxyuranus Scutellatus), Central Ranges Taipan (Oxyuranus Temporalis) and North-West Australian Taipan (Oxyuranus Scutellatus Barringeri). Here Inland Taipan (Fierce snake) is the most toxic of all. Maximum yield recorded from a single bite of Inland Taipan is 110mg. Just few mg of Inland Taipan's venom is enough to kill over 100 people or 250,000 mice. Australia's Western or Inland Taipan or Fierce Snake is the world's most toxic terrestrial snake. (Ranked No. 1) Snake's Characteristics: It is considered as the most venomous land snake on earth. Many people believe Taipans are very aggressive but the fact is that they are docile creatures. Yes they have an aggressive disposition only when mishandled or disturbed without warning. When aroused, Taipan can display a fearsome appearance by flattening its head, raising it off the ground, waving it back and forth, and suddenly striking with such speed that the victim may receive several bites before it retreats.

Its venom is a powerful neurotoxin, causing respiratory paralysis. Snake's Habitat: At home in a variety of habitats, Inland Taipan are found from the savanna grasslands to the inland dry plains of Australia. Where as 'Oxyuranus Scutellatus' are often seen in forests and open woodlands. Very less or no information; regarding newly discovered Central Ranges Taipan (Oxyuranus temporalis). Snake's Length:: Average Taipan's length is 1.8 meters and maximum of 3.7 meters. Snake's Distribution: Taipans (Oxyuranus Scutellatus) are found in Northern Australia and Southern New Guinea. Whereas Inland Taipan (world's most toxic snake) are found in Central Australia. Papuan Taipan (Oxyuranus S. Canni) are found in New Guinea. Inland Taipan's Streaming Youtube Videos. Comman Indian Krait ( Bungarus Caeruleus ) Snake's Description: Krait is Black or bluish-black in colour with white narrow crossbands and a narrow head. Snake's Toxic Rank 2: Krait is the world's No. 2 venomous snake.

Highly venomous snake after Inland Taipan (Oxyuranus Microlepidotus). Snake's Characteristics: Kraits are found only in Asia. This poisonous snake is of special concern to man. It is 15 times more deadly than any common cobra . It is active at night and relatively passive during the day. The native people often step on kraits while walking through their habitats. The krait has a tendency to seek shelter in sleeping bags, boots and tents. Its venom is a powerful neurotoxin that causes respiratory failure. Comman Krait is India's, Sri-Lanka's and Pakistan's most venomous snake. Snake's Habitat: Kraits habitat include open fields, human settlements and dense jungle. Snake's Length: Krait's average length is about 90 centimeters and maximum of 1.5 meters. Snake's Distribution: Kraits are found in India, Sri Lanka and Pakistan. Snake's Photos: Comman Indian Krait's photo gallery. Comman Indian Krait's Streaming Video. Philippine Cobra ( Naja Philippinensis ) Snake's Description: Philippine Cobra is a relatively small stocky brown snake.

Snake's Toxic Rank 3: Philippine Cobra is the world's No.3 venomous snake. Extremely poisonous snake after Krait. Please don't judge this snake on its small size, it is extremely deadliest snake from Philippine. Snake's Characteristics: Philippine Cobras are recognized by the hoods that they flare when angry or disturbed; the hoods are created by the extension of the ribs behind the cobras' heads. Philippine Cobras are famous for their use by oriental snake charmers because they respond well to visual cues. Philippine Cobra is Philippines most poisonous snake. Snake's Habitat: Philippine Cobra's habitat also include open fields, human settlements and dense jungle. Snake's Length: Philippine Cobra's average length is usually up to 100 centimeters. Snake's Distribution: As it name says Philippine Cobras are found in Philippine Islands. Philippine Cobra's Streaming Video. King Cobra ( Ophiophagus Hannah ) Snake's Description: King Cobra is uniformly olive, brown or green in colour with rings like cross bands of black. Snake's Toxic Rank 4: Famous Giant King cobra is the world's No.4 venomous snake. Extremely venomous after Philippine cobra.

Snake's Characteristics: Although King Cobra is the largest venomous snake in the world and it has a disposition to go with this honor, it causes relatively few bites on humans. It appears to have a high degree of intelligence. It avoids attacking another venomous snake for fear of being bitten. It feeds exclusively on harmless species of other snakes. King Cobra usually prefers eating non-venomous species, but if is too hungry may attack other venomous snakes like Kraits, other Cobras, and even eat its own specie (i.e Other King Cobras). King Cobra is a cannibal and hence called 'Ophiophagus' which means 'a snake eater'. The female King Cobra builds a nest then deposits her eggs. Lying close by, she guards the nest and is highly aggressive toward anything that closely approaches the nest. King Cobras can inject more milligrams (mg) of venom than an other snake. Its venom is a powerful neurotoxin. Without prompt medical aid, death is certain for its victims. Snakes' Habitat: King Cobra's habitat includes dense jungle and cultivated fields. Snake's Length: King Cobra's average length is 3.5 meters and maximum of 5.5 meters.

Snake's Distribution: King Cobras are found in Thailand, Southern China, Malaysia Peninsula, Southern India and Philippines. Giant King Cobra's Streaming Videos. Russell's Viper ( Vipera Russellii ) Snake's Description: Russell Viper has a light brown body with three rows of dark brown or black splotches bordered with white or yellow extending its entire length. Snake's Toxic Rank 5: Russell's viper is the world's No.5 Venomous snake. Its too a highly venomous snake. Snake's Characteristics: Russell Viper is a dangerous species abundant over its entire range. It is responsible for more human fatalities than any other venomous snake. It is irritable. When threatened, it coils tightly, hisses and strikes with such speed that its victim has little chance of escaping. Its hemotoxic venom is a powerful coagulant, damaging tissue and blood cells. Snake's Habitat: Russell Viper's habitat varies from farmlands to dense rain forests. It is commonly found around human settlements. Snake's Length: Russell Viper's average length is 1 meter and maximum of 1.5 meters.

Snake's Distribution: Russell Vipers are found in Sri Lanka, Southern China, India, Malaysian Peninsula, Java, Sumatra, Borneo and surrounding islands. Russell Viper's Streaming Video. Black Mamba ( Dendroaspis Polylepis ) Snake's Description: The Black Mamba, largest of the species, is uniformly olive to black. It mouth has a black internal lining. Thus named Black Mamba. There is also another specie of Mamba called Green Mamba. Snake's Toxic Rank 6: Africa's most feared poisonous snake Black Mamba is the world's No.6 venomous snake. Black Mamba is highly toxic and notoriously aggressive. Snake's Characteristics: Black Mamba's nickname is the "bottom up snake"; the victim supposedly has time for one quick drink before death. As said earlier, it is the dreaded snake species of Africa. Treat it with great respect and always stay away from it. Mamba is not only highly venomous but also aggressive and its victim has very little chance to escape from a bite. Its venom is highly neurotoxic. Hence Black Mamba's bite is always 100% fatal if antivenom is not administered quickly.

Despite the name this snake is actually brownish-gray. When threatened, it opens its mouth wide and gives the victims a good view of the black internal lining of its mouth. Black Mamba is the fastest land snake in the world, reaching top speeds of 16-19 km/hr in short bursts. Snake's Habitat: Black Mamba's habitat also varies from farmlands to dense rain forests. It is also commonly found around human settlements. Snake's Length: Black Mambas can grow up to 4.3 meters in length. Snake's Distribution: Black Mambas are found in African savannas and open woodlands. Black Mamba's Streaming Videos. Yellow Jawed Tommygoff ( Bothrops Asper ) Snake's Description: Yellow-Jawed Tommygoffs are locally referred to as 'Fer-de-lance' or 'Terciopelo', has variable coloration, from gray to olive, brown or reddish, with dark triangles edged with light scales. Triangles are narrow at the top and wide at the bottom. Snake's Toxic Rank 7: Yellow-jawed Tommygoff is the world's No.7 venomous snake.

Snake's Characteristics: Yellow-jawed Tommygoff has an irritable disposition and may strike with little provocation. Heat-seeking fangs help it strike accurately even in the dark. This highly poisonous snake is responsible for a high mortality rate. The female fer-de-lance is highly prolific, producing up to 60 new born. The venom of this species is hemotoxic, extremely painful and hemorrhagic (causes profuse internal bleeding). Its cytotoxic venom also causes massive tissue destruction. See proof in picture below. Snake's Habitat: Fer-de-lance are found on cultivated land and farms, they often enter houses in search of rodents. Snake's Length: Average length of Fer-de-Lance is about 1.4 meters and maximum of 2.4 meters. Snake's Distribution: Yellow-Jawed Tommygoffs or Fer-de-lance are found Southern Mexico, throughout Central and South America. Fer De Lance Pit Viper's Video. Multibanded krait ( Bungarus Multicinctus ) Snake's Description: Multibanded Krait is black or bluish-black in colour with narrow white bands. Snake's Toxic Rank 8: Multibanded Krait is the world's No.8 venomous snake.

Snake's Characteristics: Multibanded Krait is most active at night. Its venom 'Alpha-Bungarotoxin' is a powerful neurotoxin. Its victims are usually fishermen who untangle these deadly snakes from large fish nets. Snake's Habitat: Multibanded Kraits are often found in aquatic areas hunting for fish, frogs or other snakes. Snake's Length: Multibanded Krait's average length is in range of 1.8 meters. Snake's Distribution: Multibanded Kraits now rare in wild, are most preferred edible snakes in China. Found near islands of Southern China Sea, Taiwan, Vanuatu, Fiji, etc. Banded Krait's Streaming Video. Tiger Snake ( Notechis Scutatus ) Snake's Description: Tiger Snake are olive to dark brown in colour above with yellowish or olive belly and crossbands. Its subspecies in Tasmania and Victoria are uniformly black. Snake's Toxic Rank 9: Tiger Snake is the world's No.9 venomous snake. Snake's Characteristics: Tiger Snake is a dangerous poisonous snake found in Australia. It is very common and bites many humans in Australia. It has a very potent neurotoxic venom that attacks the nervous system.

When aroused, it is aggressive and attacks any intruder. It flattens its neck making a narrow band. Its venom is produced in large quantities, with an average yield 35mg and a record of 180mg. Snake's Habitat: Tiger Snakes have many habitats from arid regions to human settlements and along waterways to grasslands. Snake's Length: Tiger Snake has an average length of 1.2 meters and maximum of 1.8 meters. Snake's Distribution: Tiger Snakes are found in Australia, Tasmania, Bass Strait islands and New Guinea. Black Tiger Snake's Video Clip. Jararacussu ( Bothrops Jararacussu ) Snake's Description: Jararacussu has a light or dark greenish colour on upper body and faint yellow colour at bottom. Snake's Toxic Rank 10: Jararacussu is the world's No.10 venomous snake. Snake's Characteristics: Jararacussu may inject a whopping 800 mg of venom per bite. Its single bite has the potential to kill 32 people. Snake's Habitat: Jararacussus are often found in a spiral state hanging on trees.

Snake's Length: Jararacussu can grow up to 3 meters in length. Snake's Distribution: Jarararcussus are found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil and Paraguay. A Video of Jararacussu. So those were, World's Top 10 Most Poisonous, Venomous, Toxic and infact Deadliest Snakes. Now Lets find out some practical tips on, How To avoid poisonous snake bites? IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS YOU MUST TAKE TO AVOID VENOMOUS SNAKE BITES. Since, Precaution Is Always Better Than Cure. Venomous Snakes are widely distributed. They are found in all tropical, subtropical, and most temperate regions. Some species of poisonous snakes have specialized glands that contain a toxic venom and long hollow fangs to inject their venom. Although venomous snakes use their venom to secure food, they also use it for self-defense. Human accidents occur when you don't see or hear the snake, when you step on them, or when you walk too close to them. Follow these simple rules to avoid the chance of accidental snake bites:- How To Avoid Venomous Snake Bites? Guide ↓ Source of following streaming videos is YouTube channel of Expert Village. 1.

How To Avoid Snake Bites? General Tips 2. How To Avoid Snake Bites In Your Backyard? 3. How To Identify A Venomous Snake? 4. How to Identify Coral & King Snakes? 5. How To Handle A Venomous Snake? 6. First Aid Tools For A Snake Attack 7. First Aid If An Adult Is Bitten By Snake 8. First Aid If A Child Is Bitten By Snake 9. First Aid If A Pet Is Bitten By Snake 10.How To Remove Snake Venom By Extractor? More Useful Tips To Avoid Snake Bites ↓ Don't sleep next to brush, tall grass, large boulders, or trees. They provide hiding places for snakes. Place your sleeping bag in a clearing. Use mosquito netting tucked well under the bag. This netting should provide a good barrier. Don't put your hands into dark places such as rock crevices, heavy brush or hollow logs, without first investigating. Don't step over a fallen tree. Step on the log and look to see if there is a snake resting on the other side. Don't walk through heavy brush or tall grass without looking down. Look where you are walking.

Don't pick up any snake unless you are absolutely positive it is non-venomous. Don't pick up freshly killed snake without first severing its head. The nervous system may be still active and a partially dead snake can deliver a deadly bite. Even if you see a venomous snake don't panic always be clam, make no sound nor movements and let the creature go its way. Never try to kill nor hit snake with stones. In case if you do so, possibility of a jump bite or spitting of venom from snake's self-defense may prove hazardous. Spitting Cobra is very well known to spit its venom with extreme accuracy. It always target victim's eyes and its venom can cause permanent blindness. Always wear hard & tall shoes which could possibly secure legs and resist snake bites. Lastly while going for treks or expedition campaigns in national parks do investigate little about that area for any special snake habitat. If it's a home of special specie of venomous snake do carry a proper antivenom with you. In such a case, prior guidance and advise regarding selection of a proper anti-dote from any medical expert is mandatory. Remember! Some people are allergic to antivenom.

Story Of A Man Bitten By Rattlesnake - Video ↓ Real Life Snake Bite Caught on Video Camera ↓ Australia's 10 Most Deadliest Snakes - Streaming Video A video documentary presented by Steve Irwin . In this video Steve Irwin have ranked Australia's Ten Most Deadliest Venomous Snakes. You may get confuse with Steve's statements in this documentary as he claims his list being of 'World's 10 Most Deadliest'. But this is not true, Steve is basing his statements based on an old article (pub. in 1979) by A. J. Broad called 'Broad et al in Toxicon'. This old article was not intended as ranking but just a representation of some venomous Australian snakes. The fact is other species from different countries are more toxic than Australian snakes. This was for you kind information, enjoy watching this educational streaming video documentary. Australia's Ten Most Deadliest Snakes - Video Documentary Starts Part 1 ↑ Australia's Ten Most Deadliest Snakes - Video Documentary Part 2 ↑ Australia's Ten Most Deadliest Snakes - Video Documentary's Last Part 3 ↑ A Tribute To Crocodile Hunter, Late Mr. Steve Irwin ↓ Most Shocking Snake Video Ever, Warning!

Graphical ↓ Warning! Above video is extremely graphical in nature and not suitable for all. Viewers discretion is highly recommended. Can a snake eat Hippopotamus? Snake Facts, Records For General Knowledge ↓ During early Cretaceous period (120 million years ago) snakes evolved from lizards-like ancestors and in process of evolution gradually lost their legs. Total species of snake in the world are over 2,900 of which approximately 680-700 are venomous. Total species of sea snake in the world = 55 of which almost all are venomous with few exceptions like Turtle Headed or 'Emydocephalus Annulatus'. Sea snakes venom is more toxic than venom of land snakes. 'Hydrophis Belcheri' is most venomous snake specie on planet earth. 'Oxyuranus Microlepidotus' or 'Inland Taipan' is most venomous terrestial land snake in the world. 'Ophiophagus Hannah' or 'King Cobra' or 'Hamadryad' seems most intelligent, huge, gaint and longest (3.65-4.5 metres in length) venomous snake of all.

'Black Mamba' is fastest moving (16-19 km/hr) venomous snake in the world. It is fast enough to catch a person on foot at speed of 10-11 km/hr but definitely can't catch a running person as claimed in some african stories. 'Black Mamba' is also notoriously most aggressive venomous snake. 'Echis Carinatus' (Saw Scale or Carpet Viper) a venomous viper bites and kills more people than any other venomous snake on earth. 'Micrurus Fulvius' or Eastern Coral Snake is North America's most venomous snake. It has a potent neurotoxic venom. 'Crotalus Scutulatus' or Mojave Rattlesnake is most venomous rattlesnake in the world. This venomous pitviper is also only rattler with neurotoxic venom. It is a native snake of Arizona and California, USA. 'Crotalus Adamanteus' or Eastern Diamondback is highest venom yielding rattler in USA and responsible for most human deaths in North America. Eastern Diamondback rattlesnake is also heaviest venomous snake in the world.

Heaviest recorded weight of one such snake was 15kg(34lb) which measured 2.36m(7ft9in) in length. 'Vipera berus' is the only venomous snake found in Britain. Namaqua or 'Spotted Dwarf Adder' (Bitis schneideri) is smallest (Avg. 22.8 cms in length) venomous snake in the world. 'Leptotyphlops Carlae' a harmless (non-venomous) blind specie of thread snake is the smallest snake in world. It is also called 'Barbados Threadsnake' and has an average length of 10 cms (4 inches). Gaboon Viper or 'Bitis gabonica' has longest fangs (about 5 cm in length) in the snake world. Highest yield of venom ever recorded was of 'Bothrops Jarararcussu' (1530mg) and Gaboon Viper (350-600mg). However 1530mg recorded yield of Jararacussu seems unexceptable as average yield of this specie is around 150 to 200mg.

Many people believe that Anacondas of Amazon are the longest and largest snakes of all. Some reports even claim that Anacondas growing up to 36.5 metres long do exist. But such claim have never been proved. US President 'Theodore Roosevelt' once declared a prize tag of $5,000 to anybody who could bring the skin or vertebrae of an Anaconda with more than 9 metres length. American Wildlife Conservation Society raised this offer to $50000, but till date this prize remains unclaimed. Hence reticulated or Regal Python is now considered as the longest snake in the world. Regal Python has an average length of 10.7 metres. When compared with Regal Python, Anaconda exceed in weight which is up to 230 kgs thus making them heaviest snake specie on earth. The Scrub Python is Australia's largest snake, growing to a length of 25.5 feet. They are good swimmers and are usually found near water. 'Hydrophis Spiralis' is the longest known sea snake growing upto 2.75m (9ft) in length.

'Giganthopis Garstini' is the longest prehistoric snake ever found, it inhabited Egypt about 38 million years ago. Its remains discovered in Fayum (western desert) indicate a probable length of 11m (36ft). However as per latest report published in Nature Journal Magazine this record is broken. The fossilised remains belonging to the world’s new largest snake is discovered. Titanoboa was 13m (42ft) long (about the length of a bus) and lived in the rainforest of north-east Colombia 58-60 million years ago. A male Common Boa (Boa Constrictor Constrictor) named 'Popeye' from Philadelphia Zoo (Pennsylvania, USA) was the oldest snake ever lived. It lived for 40 years + 3 months + 14 days and died on 15th April 1977. Countries where most people die of snakebites are India and Sri-Lanka in which approximately 20,000 to 50,000 deaths are recorded annually in India alone. Ryukyu group of islands between Japan and Taiwan have highest incidence of snakebites in the world.

On an average 0.2 percent of population (i.e 1 in every 500 people) is bitten by a snake each year. The snake most blamed for this is 'Trimeresurus flavoriridis' or Okinawa Habu, luckly most of its victims do recover and don't die a painful death. Okinawa Habu is a largest Asiatic pit Viper. Okinawa Habu is also longest known fasting snake. Experiment conducted by Amami Kango Pit Viper Center in Naze city (Japan) found this specie survived for 3 years 3 months without food and most shockingly even regained its full health later when experiment was terminated. This snake have highest stamina to survive without food than any other snake. Ilha da Queimada Grande island of Brazil is world's most densely populated snake place on earth. On this uninhabited Snake island there is at least one snake (Golden Lancehead) per square meter. This dangerous Snake island is protected by Brazilian Navy and any civilian contact to it is prohibited. Video of Ilha da Queimada Grande ↓ In USA, state which tops most recorded snake bites is Arizona. Each year July 16 is celebrated as World Snake Day.

Country which is home to many toxic venomous species of snake is Australia. Snakeless countries and islands were you cannot find any native snakes are Ireland, New Zealand, Iceland, Greenland, Newfoundland and Falkland Islands. Antarctica is only snakeless continent in the world. Source:- Mahiti Pustika Sarpa Visheshank (Marathi Encyclopedia) Final Glance On Most Venomous Snakes ↓ "Follow safety tips to avoid all possible snakes bites and if by the rarest chance you're bitten then quickly rush to nearby hospital." "Always take safety precautions while going for jungle treks or wild expeditions." "Though Venomous, Snakes as always are wonderful species, their respect is our respect towards nature." "Sadly! Yet true. Today very few Snakes can be seen in the wild. Some special species of snakes either have become extinct or are on the verge of extinction." "People must give up their habit of drinking snakes' blood and eating their meat. Appeal! Please don't buy any goods made from snakes' skins since if buying stops killing can too." My Sincere Gratitude To All Snake Lovers ↓ Thanks!

For reading my article on 'World's Top 10 Ten Most Poisonous, Venomous, Deadliest Snakes'. I hope you enjoyed it. Don't kill Snakes. They need our care, protection and respect. Change your perception and think again on preserving this beautiful specie of nature. Article By : Gaurav Akrani. This Snake Article was revised on 2nd July 2010. 10 Most Venomous Snakes In World 10 Most Venomous Snakes In World 6 Natural Born Killers Snakes are one of the most dangerous species in wild life. They are a lot of different snake families.They all have one common feature. All ”Natural Born Killers”. Check out 10 of the most venomous snakes in world 10 – Rattlesnake RatSnake Rattlesnakes are predators who live in a wide array of habitats.They hunt small animals such as birds and rodents. They kill their prey with a venomous bite, rather than by constricting. All rattlesnakes possess a set of fangs with which they inject large quantities of hemotoxic venom.

Rattlesnake bites are the leading cause of snakebite injuries in North America, and cause approximately 82% of fatalities. However, rattlesnakes rarely bite unless provoked or threatened; and if treated promptly, the bites are rarely fatal. 09 – Death Adder Death Adder Death adders are very viper-like in appearance, having a short, robust body, triangular shaped heads and small subocular scales. . They typically inject around 40-100mg of venom with an LD of 0.4mg-0.5mg/kg. An untreated Death Adder bite is one of the most dangerous in the world. The venom is a neurotoxin. A bite causes paralysis and can cause death within 6 hours, due to respiratory failure. Symptoms generally peak within 24-48 hours. 08 – Vipers Viper The Viperidae are a family of venomous snakes found all over the world, except in Antarctica, Australia, Ireland, Madagascar, Hawaii. They are quick tempered and generally nocturnal, often active after rains. They are also very fast.

Most of these species have venom that cause symptoms that begin with pain at the site of the bite, immediately followed by swelling of the affected extremity. Bleeding is a common symptom, especially from the gums. There is a drop in blood pressure and the heart rate falls. 07 – Philippine Cobra Philippine Cobra The Philippine cobra also called Northern Philippine cobra, is a stocky, highly venomous spitting cobra native to the northern regions of the Philippines. Its venom is the most deadly of all the Cobra species, and they are capable of spitting it up to 3 metres. The venom is a neurotoxin which affects cardiac and respiratory function, and can cause neurotoxicity, respiratory paralysis and death in thirty minutes. 06 – Tiger Snake Tiger Snake Tiger snakes are a type of venomous serpent found in southern regions of Australia, including its coastal islands and Tasmania. These snakes are highly variable in their colour, often banded like those on atiger, and forms in their regional occurrences. Death from a bite can occur within 30 minutes, but usually takes 6-24 hours. Prior to the development of antivenin, the fatality rate from Tiger snakes was 60-70%.

05 – Black Mamba Black Mamba The black mamba also called the common black mamba or black-mouthed mamba,[4] is the longest venomous snake in Africa, averaging around 2.5 to 3.2 meters (8.2 to 10 ft) in length, and sometimes growing to lengths of 4.45 meters (14.6 ft). It is the fastest snake in the world, capable of moving at 4.32 to 5.4 metres per second. These fearsome snakes can strike up to 12 times in a row. A single bite is capable of killing anywhere from 10-25 adults. The venom is a fast acting neurotoxin. Its bite delivers about 100–120 mg of venom, on average; however, it can deliver up to 400 mg. 04 – Taipan Taipan The venom in a Taipan is strong enough to kill up to 12,000 guinea pigs. The venom clots the victim’s blood, blocking arteries or veins. It is also highly neurotoxic.

Before the advent of an antivenin, there are no known survivors of a Taipan bite, and death typically occurs within an hour. 03 – Blue Krait Blue Krait The Malayan or Blue Krait is, by far, the most deadly of this species. 50% of bites from the deadly Blue Krait are fatal, even with the administration of antivenin. Kraits hunt and kill other snakes, even cannibalizing other Kraits. They are a nocturnal breed, and are more aggressive under the cover of darkness. However, overall they are quite timid and will often attempt to hide rather than fight.The venom is a neurotoxin, 16 times more potent than that of a Cobra. 02 – Eastern Brown Snake Eastern Brown Snake The eastern brown snake is considered to be the second most venomous snake. The Brown snake is fast moving, can be aggressive under certain circumstances and has been known to chase aggressors and repeatedly strike at them. Even juveniles can kill a human. The venom contains both neurotoxins and blood coagulants.

01 – Fierce Snake (Inland Taipan) Inland Taipan Fierce Snake, also known as the Small Scaled Snake and Indian Taipan, is native to Australia and is regarded as the most venomous snake in the world . It is dark tan, ranging from a rich, dark hue to a brownish olive-green, depending on season. It has the most toxic venom of any land snake in the world. The maximum yield recorded for one bite is 110mg, enough to kill about 100 humans or 250,000 mice!

Question: What country is home to 9 of the 10 most venomous types of snakes?
Answer: Australia