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Many people have an intense fear of snakes. They see all snakes as being venomous and have a fear of being bitten by them. Realistically however, there are far fewer venomous snakes in North America than there are non-venomous.

If you live in an area where there are venomous snakes (such as in Central Florida), you need to know the basics of snake safety and life saving snake bite instructions.

There are scores of urban myths floating around about snake bites and the proper methods with which to treat them. If you are bitten by a snake, these are the things that you should not do to treat the wound.

400 species of snake carry the poisonous venom. Snakes can grab their prey with teeth and swallow it whole

Snakes make much better pets than one would think. When people think of a snake they think of a slimy animal that injects you with its venom, but that is not the case with most snakes.

Any phobia is hard to deal with at best. This is how I completely conquered my own snake phobia which had been with me well into my twenties. I hope my approach can help someone beat their own fears.

An exploration of snakes, especially cobras and pythons, as metaforms. Written for "Metaformic and Feminist Theory" (December 27, 2002) from the perspective of a woman who has lived with snakes and has been trained as a modern day Snake Priestess.

This article tells parents why it would not be a good idea to have a pet snake It also offer suggestions to parents on how to actively deal with their child's fascination with snakes.

First Aid for snake bites includes staying calm, removing venom, treating wound and transporting to doctor. Learn what to do in event of a snake bite.

This article will provide information on caring for poisonous snake bites.

The Texas blind snake is a worm like serpent that is very slender and tiny. The adult Texas blind snake is generally around 5-8 inches in length, and has the same size scales underneath as above.

Snakes are cool, with their flickering tongues and long bodies, but owning one as a pet is something one should not do before they consider these points...

Perhaps you are looking into buying a garter snake, or have recently acquired one, but are unsure of their characteristics and needs. This article will serve as a basic care guide for beginner garter snake owners.

Everyone has heard the stories: larger than life snakes rising from the deep recessed shadows, snatching a human into its clutches only to slowly digest him or her live. Have you heard a story similar to this?

Perhaps you are looking into buying a corn snake, or have recently acquired one, but are unsure of their characteristics and needs. This article will serve as a basic care guide for beginner corn snake owners.

Guam has been infested by aliens of the scaly, slithering kind. Once a snake-free island, Guam is now the home to over 12,000 to 15,000 brown tree snakes per square mile.

Snakes are fascinating animals, and make great pets. Unfortunately, it's not uncommon for folks to leap before they know how to properly care for their new pet. This article will help the reptile neophyte ask the right questions, and find the animal that's right for them.

Description of one of the latest trends in the pet loving community, My Pet Stop, a resort and hospital in one, for primarily dogs and cats, but all animals are welcome. Brief description of what they offer.

Many people stare at snakes in awe, yet baulk at the thought of actually handling one. Some fear that the snake will instantly turn on them, while others believe that it will be slimy, and yet others fear they will hurt it.

Most snakes just wish to be left alone and will not bite unless they feel threatened or surprised. In the rare occurrence that you are bitten by one of the above venomous snakes, you should quickly take action and administer the following first aid.

These snakes like to live in areas with a lot of grass, usually fields and marshy areas because they love areas that are damp and wet.

Snakes have a slow metabolism and only need to be feed once a week.

So you've decided that you want a pet snake, but you aren't sure where to go from there. With over 2,000 species known today, it can be a daunting task to choose your first snake.

Investigating the world of the cold-blooded vertebrates which had {and still has} influence on the life of man. Reptiles vary in size, some are carnivorous and other vegetarians, some are dangerous and others are harmless.

One of the most popular pet lizards available in pet stores today, iguanas are inexpensive to purchase, often misleading people to believe that they are cheap, easy to maintain and, sadly, practically disposable. Housing your iguana is just the beginning.

The leopard gecko is a great choice for people just starting out owning lizards as pets. Some of the background and traits of this lizard are given in this article.

There's medical research being done using reptile venom for treatment of diseases such as diabetes. If the timber rattlesnake disappears, it's unknown what will fill its niche or if it might have provided a medical benefit to other species, pets or humans.

There are many creatures of the sea that are far more likely to harm you rather than a shark. These creatures are also more likely to kill you as well.

Treating a snake bite immediately is critical in preventing death or other serious long term effects. There are several steps for venomous snake bite care. There are also a list of common snake bite no-nos that you need to know about before you set out into the bush.

Dogs generally don't back down in a dog versus snake encounter, which leads our furry little friends to have to deal with the pain, inconvenience, and seriousness of a snake bite. So what can you do to prevent and treat a snake bite.

An article detailing snake boots, and how they protect hikers and hunters.

Rattlesnake bite and emergency first aid

Article on how to find a great pair of snake boots online.

The black mamba is a legendary snake that is much more well known for myth than fact. There are many "facts" about the black mamba that are actually African myths that have been passed down.

The poisonous cottonmouth snake has long been a feared snake in my circle of friends, and stories have circulated that put the serpent on my list of fear as well.

The Copperhead has produced more fear and misunderstanding than deaths.

"One day, Shiva was aroused to passion in a garden and dropped his semen on a lotus leaf. The semen found its way through the lotus stem to Paataal where Manasa was born"

My dogs and my experience with snake aversion training. Chose a trainer carefully and ask questions before your sign up. There are many different methods of training so you need to know what you are getting.

Whether the snake is yours or one you've found in the wild, transporting it should be done with car. Transporting a snake requires knowledge of the breed as well as accommodations for your safety and his. Following is a guide.

If you live in or are visiting Central Florida, it is important to know the basics of snake safety and what to do in the case of a snake bite emergency. One such basic that can ultimately save your life is being able to identify the venomous snakes of Central Florida.

This article outlines the basic considerations one should think about before purchasing a snake, and describes how to care for your snake once you buy it.

Poem about a snake I caught in my yard, right beside my steps. Why kill if you dont really need to.

The scarlet snake is a small constrictor that is quite similar in appearance to the venomous coral snake. The scarlet snake is also similar to the scarlet kingsnake. It has smooth scales, and grows to be about 15 inches long.

Goanna's gigantic venomous ancestor would bite into giant kangaroos and emus until they bled to death.

This article shares a Native American myth about how, and why, the Cherokee learned the snake song.

If you're finding yourself getting ready to buy a scaly creature, read this informative article first and find out how to determine the best type of pet snake for your child!

Research has found a novel use for snake venom. Soon, it may be used to form an adhesive that is less infectious and promotes healing faster than regular sutures for oral surgery. That's oral surgery, like gums and root canals.

An ideal beginner's snake, corn snakes are easy to feed.

Usually the deadliest snake would be the one that just bit you. Of the 2,000 different species of snakes in the world, there are 6 that hold a fierce reputation.

Copperheads are one of the best known poisonous snakes. The bites from a Copperhead Snake are rising. While the bites are not usually lethal, they can be very painful.

Venomous snakes that inhabit the eastern half of the United States and their characteristics

Maintaining a perfect controlled environment is essential, having a pet snake. Enclosure has to be temperature controlled, good food, clean area & enough water.
Certain type of snakes are better, and others are dangerous.

If you are a snake hobbyist, the odds are you have at least given a passing thought to breeding your own snakes. Perhaps it is the furtherance of your hobby, or simply to aid....

Reptiles aren't the most adorable or cutest living organisms on the face of the earth, but they do however attract a lot of attention. It also isn't one of the easiest tasks to become or try to be a reptile owner for the first time.

If you have ever wanted to learn more about reptiles and some other fascinating animals of our great world, go to Reptile Gardens in the Black Hills of South Dakota.

If you are looking for a pet or pet supplies in Missoula, Montana then there are several places that you can go.

Although you might cringe at the idea of buying a pet snake for your child, many kids are enthralled by reptiles. To put your mind at ease, here are some tips for choosing the best type of pet snake.

Veterinarians no longer have a monopoly on the sale of pet medications. The internet makes several sources available for pet prescriptions as well as pet supplies. It can pay to comparison shop for pet medications.

Information on the Triassic cynodonts and their unique status as a mix between reptile and mammal

An increasing number of people are turning to snakes as pets, perhaps because they are exotic, but more likely because they seem to need less care than a dog or cat. Owning a ball python snake is an enjoyable experience but does require work.

Snakes have been on this planet for millions of years, and might be the most adapted of the reptiles.

With "Snakes on a Plane" set to debut August 18th, legions of devoted fans are gearing up for the premiere. If you're not yet one of those fans, or have been living in seclusion for the past six months, here's a quick primer to get you up to speed.

In this concise look at the Asian giant reticulated python, the reptile is discovered anew. The reticulated python is a fearsome yet fascinating snake. Read this article and find out why!

Snakes are cold-blooded, so they need to heat themselves from an outside source. There are many methods you can use to heat snake cages. This article will...

An overview of important considerations for owning a reptile and discussion of the three major types of pet reptiles.

Corn snakes are the most popular pet snake there is, and for a very good reason. These are snakes with a very good temper, and they are very easy to keep in an enclosure. Their adult size will usually be between 4 to 6 feet, and they have a very slender body type.

The first requirement of building a reptile terrarium is understanding the requirements of your reptile. Different species of reptiles have different requirements, and not meeting the specific requires could result in illness or death.

I formally met my fiancee when he killed a snake in my yard. Following is the beginning of our reptile-induced relationship.

When most people think of venom, they think of the painful effects of getting bitten or stung. Most don't know that bees, snakes, and scorpions all produce venom that we use to...

When getting a reptile, it is important to also consider their living environment, and the type that is most suitable for them. Generally, for reptiles, it is important to consider the substrate that they will be living on.

You can rent a collection of chameleons, snakes, and lizards for your next birthday party, school gathering, or church event....

For the right type of owners, reptile are a great pet. However, they take a lot of care and a very complex set up that most people fail to provide when buying an iguana. Here are some warnings and tips about caring for an iguana.

The buzz started last March and spread like wildfire all over the world. There was a movie coming that was going to be the blockbuster of all blockbusters and it had the greatest title of all time - "Snakes on a Plane."

Many retailers will tell you whatever they think you want to hear about any reptile just to make a sale. I am here to help you with the facts and what to look for so that you can make an informed decision and have your reptile pet around for many years to come.

Rats are wonderful, yet commonly misunderstood creatures. They are very clean and friendly, and have much more personality than most other "pocket pets".

If you have been bitten by a spider, the best thing to do is not to try sucking the venom out with your mouth, because that will only allow the poisons into your body.

Ever wonder why your pet cats or dogs figure prominently in your dreams? Often these special dreams convey wisdom from your higher self, through the symbolism of your furry friends. By analyzing your pet dreams you'll be able to tap into this guidance.

An article about the cheap shots of mudslinging, and the damaging effects on our nation as a whole.

An animal that may qualify as the remote ancestor of snakes has finally been brought to light after its fossil had languished unidentified for almost 100 years.

When you think of being bitten by something, spiders, snakes, cats, dogs and ants probably come to mind, but most people don't consider the ramifications of human bites.

Why the difference between men's and women's attitudes toward snakes? I pondered this phenomenon for at least half an hour before reaching an answer.
It all goes back to that first encounter in the Garden of Eden.

Snakes are a growing fad pet to own, but do you understand the responsibilities involved in keeping one of these beautiful creatures?

Snakes are actively searching for water and food as the drought continues in the Tennessee Valley.

this article describes how to keep snakes out of one's yard

Now that Christmas is coming up, it's time to think about some things to get for the snakes for Christmas. After all, they are pets just like a dog or cat, and deserve a little extra for the holiday.

Want a night of fun? Reinforce with a quick drink before you it the movie seats, dig into your popcorn, hold hands with your partner, and then prepare for the flight of your life!

Bites and stings are painful and discomforting to treat them and get instant relief you can apply these natural remedies at home.

This is the sequel to 1997's Anaconda with the Bootylicious J.Lo, Rapper Star Ice Cube and the underrated Jon Voight. That was good because of the cast and the fact that the snake was Mfing lethal. This one, well...

Of all the exotic snakes kept as pets, Ball Pythons are among the most docile and manageable, and by following some easy guidelines and rules of thumb, can be good companion animals for 20 years or more!

Though reptiles are all tetrapods and amniotes, distinct differences still exist among them, the most significant of which being variation in skull design. Divided into four categories, anapsids, diapsids, synapsids and eurapsids comprise the reptile group.

Everyone has heard of the black widow spider. They have been long known as a very poisonous spider as their venom is 15 times more potent than that of the rattle snake.

If you have a fondness for reptiles that can't be sated by owning a pet snake, you might consider an alligator. Of course, it is much more difficult to legally own a pet alligator, so consider the following tips.

The Asian Cobra has long been a deadly reptile winding it's way through Asian villages in search of rats and vermin. With the inevitable snake bites due to proximity, is the snake a necessary danger? This article looks at this Asian dilemma.

Kakadu National Park is 6,610 square miles of natural beauty and adventure, one of the most remote and wild regions of Australia, filled with tropical forests, birds, reptiles and mammals , billabongs (ponds), and relatively few human beings. Awesome!

The sports world was stunned yesterday when the International Federation of Competitive Eaters announced sweeping changes to the sport of amateur gurgitation by adding three new competitive eating contests.

Get ready to celebrate your birthday with these top 10 places to hold your birthday party in Providence, R.I. Choices range from the adventurous reptile and paintball parties to the traditional swimming and movie parties.

The largest concentrations of Brown Recluse spiders are found in Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas and Oklahoma. Although fatalities from a Brown Recluse bite are rare, necrosis of the flesh and systemic reactions can occur.

Believe it or not, 50 to 150 deaths result annually in the U.S. from simple insect bites! Learn what you can do, naturally and safely, to prevent and heal the bug bites that could make you sick.

You may not know those but right in your own house could be spiders that do bite people! Some of these spiders are known as brown spiders which can cause a pretty painful bite although in most cases they are not poisonous

American Alligator has very distinguishing features & habits compared to crocodiles. Alligators mate during certain time of the year & farmed in controlled environments. Alligator meat & skin are valuable commodities. These reptiles are sometimes hunted.