![]() Unlike other reptiles such as lizards, snakes are carnivorous. ![]() In the evening it is not uncommon to see snakes out on the roads or sidewalks soaking up heat from the asphalt. To prevent themselves from getting too cold snakes bask in the sun, rest under a heat lamp or find a warm spot to curl up in. If they are too cold they will struggle to digest food, move around or escape predators. Once they are warmed up snakes have the energy to go about their day (or night). the sun) help them heat up and gain energy to function. They are cold blooded and rely on the outside temperature to get energy. Snakes cannot create body heat on their own. These species are semiaquatic and venomous. Sea kraits are part of the subfamily Laticaudinae.They are fully aquatic and eat fish and invertebrates. True sea snakes are part of the subfamily Hydrophiinae.There are 60 species of sea snake that are divided into two main groups: Sea snakes are a member of the Elapidae family which also includes cobras and adders. Interestingly not all species of snakes live on land. The Himalayan pit viper has been found to live at an elevation of 16,000 feet above sea level. ![]() Snakes have been found on every continent apart from Antarctica. To date 3,686 species of snakes have been discovered and recorded. It is difficult to know exactly how many species of snake there are in the wild. Snakes are a global and diverse animal species. Snakes Move By Sliding, Slithering, Scrunching and Sidewinding ![]() Snakes Do Not Have External Ears – But Can Still Hear They Are Diurnal, Nocturnal and Crepuscular Inland Taipans Are The Most Venomous Snake In The World Reticulated Pythons Can Reach 33 Feet In Length Snakes Have Teeth and Fangs (Front and Rear) They Can Survive For Months Without Eating ![]()
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