The deadliest snakes. The most poisonous snakes on the planet

The only snake in the ranking whose homeland is North America. It can be easily recognized by the thickening in the tail, which resembles a rattle. This snake is capable of striking at a distance of 2/3 of its body length. The species from the eastern part of the continent is considered more dangerous. Individuals who have not reached sexual maturity are more dangerous than adults due to their inability to regulate the amount of toxin administered. Most of Varieties of rattlesnakes have hemotoxic venom that damages tissue, destroys organs and causes blood to clot (coagulopathy). In some cases, after a snake bite, scars remain on the body, even with timely treatment. General symptoms: difficulty breathing, excessive salivation, extensive hemorrhages, paralysis. Untreated rattlesnake bites, especially large ones, almost always leave serious injuries and can result in death. Timely medical care reduces the likelihood of death to 4%.

9 9. Australian Spinytail

The habitat of the spinytail, one of the most poisonous snakes on the planet, is Australia and New Guinea. These reptiles hunt their relatives, other snakes, attacking them, as a rule, from ambush. The Australian spinytail is similar in appearance to rattlesnake: the same triangular head shape and short, squat body. When bitten, the snake often injects from 40 to 100 mg of poison. Since, according to its properties, the spiny tail venom is a neurotoxin, it is considered the most dangerous because it causes paralysis of the respiratory organs, as a result of which death can occur within 6 hours. The antidote used for a stingtail bite works quite effectively, reducing overall symptoms and alleviating the condition of the victim. Before the invention of antivenom, the mortality rate from an Australian spinytail bite was 50%. Interesting fact- the snake's throwing speed during an attack is 0.13 seconds.

8 8. Viper

Vipers are found in many parts of the planet, but perhaps the most poisonous species, sand ephas, lives mainly in the Middle East and in Central Asia, in particular: India and China. These snakes hunt at night and become especially active after rain. Symptoms of viper venom getting into the blood: swelling of the affected area, pain in the bite area, bleeding often occurs, decreased blood pressure and slowing of the heartbeat; in severe cases, blisters may appear and widespread tissue and muscle necrosis may develop. Nausea, vomiting and facial swelling occur in approximately 30% of cases. Aching pain, not only in the affected area, can last from 2 to 4 weeks. Within 1 to 14 days, death may occur from sepsis, cardiac or respiratory failure.

7 7. Philippine Cobra

Most cobra species were not included in the top 10 ranking Poisonous snakes in the world. The Philippine cobra is an exception as it is one of the deadliest species of cobra. It is noteworthy that this reptile is capable of “spitting” venom at a distance of up to 3 m. Just like the Australian spiny tail, the cobra has a neurotoxic venom that causes paralysis of the respiratory and cardiac systems, resulting in death within 30 minutes from the moment of the bite. Damage skin upon bite are minimal. Common symptoms include: nausea, vomiting, headache, abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea.

6 6. Tiger Snake

Habitat Australia. Tiger snake venom is also a neurotoxin. After it enters the bloodstream, it causes localized pain at the site of the bite, tingling, numbness, sweating, and after some time suffocation and death occur. Most often, this snake, when meeting a person, tries to hide as quickly as possible, but can become dangerous and attack if it is caught by surprise or driven into a corner. The tiger snake attacks with lightning speed and without missing a beat.

5 5. African boomslang

Found in South and South-West Africa. Reaches a length of up to 3 meters. The venom of the African boomslang is 2 times more dangerous than the venom of the viper or Indian cobra. Only through human fault does the boomslang become aggressive and attack. In 9 out of 10 cases, when meeting a person, the snake simply tries to hide. Don't touch the snake, then the snake won't touch you.

4 4. Black Mamba

It is no coincidence that the black mamba, found in many parts of the African continent, is in the top five of the top 10 most dangerous snakes on the planet. These reptiles are known to be very aggressive and strike with incredible accuracy. An interesting fact: the black mamba, among other things, is the fastest snake in the world. It can reach speeds of up to 20 km/h. The venom of these snakes is a fast-acting neurotoxin. The black mamba can bite up to 12 times in a row, and one bite is enough to kill 10 to 25 adults. Symptoms of a black mamba bite: sharp pain at the site of the bite, less noticeable than from the bite of snakes with hemotoxic (rattlesnake) venom. The victim then experiences tingling in the mouth and extremities, double vision, confusion, trembling, possibly foaming at the mouth and nose, and severe convulsions. In the absence of medical attention, symptoms progress rapidly: pallor, severe abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, respiratory arrest, soon followed by coma and death. In the absence of an antidote, the mortality rate from black mamba venom, almost 100%, is one of the highest among the most venomous snakes on the planet. Depending on the nature of the bite, death can occur in 15 to 30 minutes.

3 3. Malayan Blue Krait

The Malayan or blue krait is by far the deadliest of this species. Found throughout Southeast Asia and Indonesia. Half of the cases of Malayan krait bites end in death, even with timely medical care and the administration of an antidote. This snake hunts and kills other snakes, including the krait family. They become more aggressive at night, because... lead night look life. However, in most cases, when meeting a person, they try to hide. The snake's venom is 16 times stronger than that of a cobra. When bitten, convulsions occur and paralysis develops quite quickly. Before the advent of antivenom, 85% of blue krait bites were fatal. Death can occur within 6 to 12 hours.

2 2. Brown King or Mulga

The habitat of this reptile, like some of the other most poisonous snakes on the planet, is Australia. The eastern variety of the Brown King is considered the most dangerous. 1/1400 ounce of this snake's venom is enough to kill a person. The poison, even of immature individuals, can kill a person. This snake has a difficult character and can become aggressive very quickly. There are cases when the Brown snake pursued aggressors for quite a long time, repeatedly biting them. Despite mortal danger In half of the attacks, the Brown Snake does not inject venom into the body of the victim and generally tries not to bite if possible. Since these snakes react to movement, when meeting them it is better to freeze and stand still.

1 1. Taipan or Fierce Snake

The Taipan or Fierce Snake is the most poisonous snake on the planet. Its venom is the most toxic of all land-living snakes in the world. The venom produced by this snake is enough to kill 100 people or 250,000 mice. The toxicity of its venom is 10 times higher than that of a rattlesnake and 50 times more than that of a cobra. Fortunately, the taipan is not aggressive, and moreover, it is quite rare to meet on a person’s path to wildlife. No fatalities have yet been reported from encounters with this snake, but an adult could potentially die from a taipan bite within 45 minutes.

Separately worth noting Belcher's sea snake.

Found in the waters of Southeast Asia and Northern Australia, the Belcher's sea snake is the most venomous snake in the world. It has such a strong poison that just a few milligrams is enough to kill 1000 adults. This is very dangerous snake, but despite this, less than a quarter of her bites contain poison, and besides, she is quite peaceful. Most often, fishermen suffer from its bite because they have to take their nets out of the water while fishing.

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The snake is one of the most dangerous creatures globe. According to statistics, their conscience bears responsibility for 100-125 thousand human lives carried away poisonous bites annually. And this despite the fact that only 8% of these asps are deadly. And there is no particular reason for them to attack a person: they are too large as prey.

There is still fierce debate among scientists to determine the status of “the most poisonous snake in the world.” The problem lies in the different points of view on this issue. After all, snakes have so many differences: the level of toxicity of the poison, the amount of poison injected into the victim at one time, the degree of aggression of the reptile.

Hook-nosed sea snake (lat. Enhydrina schistosa)

Habitat: Arabian Sea, Persian Gulf, Seychelles and Madagascar, seas around South Asian countries (Pakistan, India and Bangladesh), Thailand and Vietnam, Southeast Asia (Myanmar), Australia and New Guinea.

Length: up to 1.2 m.

Color: dark gray above, sides and whitish below.

LD indicator50 : 0.1125 mg/kg.

The hook-nosed snake is very poisonous, but as soon as it sees people, it tends to swim away. The reason for this is the gastronomic preferences of the residents of Hong Kong and Singapore, who are very fond of this delicious delicacy. Excessive interest in snake meat involuntarily forces snakes to self-defense, so the share of all bites of sea adders accounts for 50% of their hook-nosed counterparts.

The venom of the hook-nosed snake is almost eight times more dangerous than the toxins of the cobra and is quite capable of being fatal. Neurotoxins and myotoxins contained in one snake bite are 90% fatal. Which is not surprising in principle, since the lethal dose of snake venom for humans is 1.5 mg, while the bite of a hook-nosed snake injects from 7.9 to 9 mg.

Black mamba (lat. Dendroaspis polylepis)

Habitat: Africa.

Length: up to 3 m.

Color: gray, brown, olive or a mixture of them; distinguishing feature- black mouth.

LD indicator50 : 0.111 mg/kg.

A large, poisonous and swift snake of the mamba genus, attacking with particular aggression and cruelty. One bite is usually not enough for her, so the mamba strives to inject several portions of poison in a row in order to surely finish off her victim. In one bite, the snake injects from 100 to 400 mg of poison. Organs attacked by toxins fail within 20-25 minutes. If the snake manages to get into a vein or artery, then both the animal and the person will face instant death.

Every year on African continent About 20,000 people die from black mamba bites. The situation is also complicated by the desire of these snakes to settle closer to people, so cases of a mamba being found in its own bed are quite possible. But the snake is not distinguished by its temper, and it strives to hide at the first discovery.

The black mamba is not only the thunderstorm of Africa, but also the most dangerous killer snake on the planet. Listed in the Guinness Book of World Records, the snake's record speed is more than 18 km/h, which is significantly faster than most people can run. In addition, with the ability to lift half of its body off the ground, the mamba can easily jump into trees.

Tiger snake (lat. Notechis scutatus)

Habitat: in forests and open fields of Australia, Tasmania, New Guinea.

Length: up to 2 m.

Color: from dark brown to olive, has transverse stripes, belly is yellow; On the island of Tasmania, snakes are black in color.

LD indicator50 : from 0.131 to 0.194 mg/kg.

The snake's venom is extremely toxic and is considered the most powerful of all, since it is quite enough to kill 400 people with one dose, from one bite. But since the tiger snake is quite peaceful, there are very few unpleasant incidents involving deaths and its participation. And the tiger snake doesn’t have much venom, so it tries to save it when trying to escape. Exceptions include cases of self-defense. Then the snake bends its neck, raises its head and strikes like a cobra.

People bitten by a tiger snake experience paralysis of the nervous system, they stop breathing, their heart stops, which ultimately leads to death.

Greater flattail or sea krait (lat. Laticauda semifasciata)

Habitat: East coast of the Malay Archipelago, Brunei, Halmahera Island in Indonesia.

Length: up to 1.2 m.

Color: grayish or greenish, with 30-42 brown transverse bands, the underside of the body is yellowish.

LD indicator50 : 0.111 mg/kg.

The Great Flattail is one of the most dangerous ocean snakes, with enough venom to kill at least a football team. The neurotoxins contained in the venom block the functioning of nerve endings, and myotoxins disrupt the integrity of muscle tissue. As a result of such a powerful double blow, paralysis of the nervous system occurs, leading to death.

Much to the joy of local residents, the flattail rarely emerges from the water, and therefore the chances of encountering it are scanty. And the snake itself prefers not to get involved with people. Moreover, there are gourmets who highly value the meat of these snakes. But you shouldn’t forget that 1 drop of flattail venom can kill 20 people.

South China multi-banded krait (lat. Bungarus multicinctus)

Habitat: swamps, plantations, mangrove forests and bushes of Burma, Laos, Taiwan, Vietnam, as well as mainland China.

Length: 1.5 – 1.8 m.

Color: black with white transverse stripes.

LD indicator50 : 0.108 mg/kg.

A snake with a bright color and a fatal bite, from which every second victim dies, regardless of the provision of assistance and the administration of an antidote. According to statistics, from 50 to 85% of attacks are fatal. Just one bite of it would be enough for ten. The toxin causes convulsions, difficulty breathing, blurred vision, diplopia, loss of voice, chest discomfort and general pain, leading to paralysis. After 6-12 hours, death occurs.

The behavior of kraits depends on the time of day. During the day they are lazy and slow, and at night they attack without warning. These adders have a habit of settling near residential buildings, fields and vegetable gardens, which also makes unpleasant encounters with people more frequent. The krait attacks like a viper, throwing out its head and sinking its teeth, which, by the way, are quite capable of biting through good-quality shoes.

Common or coastal taipan (lat. Oxyuranus scutellatus)

Habitat: Australia, New Guinea, Indonesia.

Length: 1.8 – 3 m.

Color: plain, light, dark brown or reddish.

LD indicator 50: 0.099 mg/kg.

The coastal taipan is dangerous for two reasons: it is as fast as the Black Mamba, and a person bitten by it has virtually no chance of survival. The snake's venom is extremely toxic and will kill an adult within one hour. Before the advent of an antidote in 1995, 90% of those bitten died from taipan bites.

Unlike its fellow McCoy, the coastal taipan is very aggressive, and at the slightest threat it will frighteningly curl into a ring and vibrate the tip of its tail. Although the snake is most aggressive during periods of shedding or mating, do not expect it to be peaceful and docile the rest of the time. Local residents Only one factor saves it: the coastal taipan is a rare snake and lives in sparsely populated areas.

A single bite in self-defense is typical for a snake, but 8 bites in a row have also occurred. One drop of poison is enough to kill 10,000 experimental mice or 1,200 pigs. The poison stops blood flow, clogs arteries and immobilizes muscles.

Bicolor bonito (lat. Hydrophis platura)

Habitat: Indian and Pacific Ocean, from the Cape of Good Hope and New Zealand in the south to Japan in the north.

Length: up to 1 m.

Color: contrasting, can vary greatly from dark brown to light yellow, spots are present.

LD indicator50 : 0.067 mg/kg.

Ironically, one of the most poisonous snakes is also one of the most beautiful in the world. Pelamida - inhabitant depths of the sea and attacks people solely out of self-defense. And it’s quite difficult to tease this snake.

But the poison of bonito is very dangerous. Possessing certain similarities to cobra venom, it is more toxic and can lead to the death of at least 3 adults. It is very painful, so in addition to the standard choking, the victim of a bonito bite will suffer from hellish muscle pain. By the way, despite the asphyxia, a person will be able to move, but in such agony he is unlikely to want to. Without a vaccine, a person is doomed to die from painful shock or paralysis respiratory system, and after taking the antidote he will suffer from pain for a long time.

Reticulated or Eastern brown snake (lat. Pseudonaja textilis)

Habitat: Australia, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia.

Length: 1.1 – 1.8 m.

Color: brownish grey.

LD indicator 50: 0.053 mg/kg.

The net snake is scary not only due to its deadly dangerous poison, but also very aggressive in nature. Of the more than 50 species of venomous snakes living in Australia, it is this representative of reptiles that makes 80% of all cuts in the country. Thanks to this fact, the brown snake received dubious title“the most dangerous among the deadly” adders.

Even the habits of this snake are provocative: it goes out hunting during the day, and not at night, as its brothers do, and loves to penetrate human habitation. Such activity in itself leads to inevitable clashes. And if it is also frightened, the snake will curl into a figure eight to achieve maximum striking force, open its mouth wide and quickly attack. And this without any warning.

The poison of Pseudonaja textilis is deadly and is explosive mixture anticoagulants and neurotoxins. Under the influence of such a double blow, the victim begins to experience extensive internal bleeding, and his lungs and kidneys fail. The situation is aggravated by the snake's habit of strangling its victim and inflicting numerous bites.

Dubois sea snake (lat. Aipysurus duboisii)

Habitat: corals of the coastal zones of the South China Sea, the coast of Australia and the Malay Archipelago.

Length: 0.8 – 1.10 m.

Color: Pale brown in color with dark brown spots on the sides and back.

LD indicator 50: 0.043 mg/kg.

Although Dubois lives in shallow water, the snake periodically comes to the surface to breathe oxygen. At such moments, bathing people can become victims of the sea serpent. Although Dubois is not aggressive, due to its color, vacationers can accidentally step on the snake, which is almost invisible in the water, thereby provoking a conflict. Toxins injected into the victim suppress the impulses of the nervous system responsible for breathing, cause paralysis of the lungs, and the victim simply dies from suffocation. Aipysurus duboisii is rightfully considered the most poisonous of sea snakes, because according to statistics, about 150 people die from its bites per year.

The positive point is that, despite the high toxicity of the poison, it is administered in small doses, and therefore death is possible only if the snake shows strong aggression and inflicts multiple bites. In addition, DuBois uses venom in only 10% of bites.

There are a lot of dangerous snakes in the world, but not all of their bites are fatal, because with timely administration of the antidote, a person has every chance of surviving. In this article we will look at the most poisonous and dangerous snakes to humans, as well as their aggressiveness and doses of poison that can cause death.

So, here are the 10 most dangerous and poisonous snakes, the bite of which can lead to death.

10. Reticulated python (lat. Broghammerus reticulatus)

These massive reptiles are mainly found in the countries of India and Vietnam, as well as some islands and island chains of Southeast Asia. This species of python holds the record for the longest snake in the world. In the wild, individuals reach lengths of up to 9 meters, and more in captivity. Reticulated pythons excellent swimmers, if necessary, are often located far from the shore. They always prefer to stay close to water as it is their main hunting ground. They are known to be able to climb trees, but they rarely do so as they mostly live on the ground. Although reticulated python Non-venomous and rarely using their bite to kill, these massive snakes wrap their bodies around their prey and slowly squeeze them to death. They are known to eat monkeys, pigs, deer, and in some cases have attacked people. Although the reticulated python is quite timid and is kept as a pet, it is better not to meet it in the wild.

9. Rhombic rattlesnake (lat. Crotalus adamanteus)

Being the largest poisonous snake V North America, its length reaches 2 meters. Diamondback rattlegrass is commonly found between North Carolina and Florida, as well as western Louisiana. If you provoke such a snake, it will become very aggressive, and an encounter with it can end in death. The bite of the rhombic rattle will deliver to the body a large number of a potent venom that will cause severe internal pain, bleeding at the bite site, swelling, and a high risk of death. In the absence of timely treatment, approximately 10% -20% of people die after one bite from this snake.

8. King cobra (lat. Ophiophagus hannah)

This cobra can reach 5 meters in length, and when it meets you, it can look you straight in the eye. King Cobra‒ the longest venomous snake in the world, living in India, Southern China and Southeast Asia. Mostly these cobras feed on other snakes. They become overly aggressive and vicious when protecting their offspring. Although their venom is not the most powerful, it is loaded with enough neurotoxins that can easily paralyze 20 people and even an elephant.

7. Common jararaka (lat. Bothrops jararaca)

The top 10 most dangerous snakes continue to be the common jararaka, which can grow up to 1 meter in length. Her geographical area includes southern part Brazil, northern Argentina and northeastern Paraguay (together with settlements). The common jararaka hunts at night and hides during the day. The venom of this snake is quite dangerous for humans and can be fatal. Intoxication (poisoning) will cause necrosis, swelling, and bleeding from the gums and nose. These symptoms, combined with others, can cause severe shock, kidney failure, cerebral hemorrhage and death. In its range, the common jararaka regularly encounters humans and continues to be responsible for the majority of snake bites in the area.

6. Russell's viper, chain viper, or daboya (lat. Daboia russelii)

This snake lives in the Indian subcontinent and neighboring countries, such as Nepal, Thailand and Bangladesh, preferring open terrain rather than densely forested areas. The Russell's viper is primarily nocturnal and is often found near human habitations and farms in search of easy prey. Although the Daboya is usually somewhat slow and lethargic, it can become aggressive if not left alone. Once bitten, chain viper venom often causes blistering and swelling, vomiting, dizziness, and bleeding from open orifices such as the gums. Russell's viper is one of the four snakes ("Big Four") that caused greatest number deaths in South Asia.

5. Indian krait, or blue bungarus (lat. Bungarus caeruleus)

This snake is known by various names - common krait, Indian krait, or Malayan krait, and is also part of the "Big Four". The blue bungarus is mainly found around India, from Pakistan to the plains of West Bengal, and Sri Lanka. These snakes prefer areas close to water, such as rice paddies and dams. Although this krait often hunts under the cover of darkness, and is not even considered very aggressive, 50% of all its bites result in human death, even with the use of antivenom. The venom of the Indian krait is very neurotoxic, it affects nervous system and turns it off, as a result of which, most often, the victim falls into a coma or dies from suffocation. Death usually occurs 12-24 hours after the first bite.

4. Eastern brown snake (lat. Pseudonaja textilis)

Also known as the common or Australian brown snake, it inhabits the eastern half of Australia, excluding Tasmania, and is very rare in eastern Papua (New Guinea). These reptiles are diurnal, meaning they are most active during the day and then return to their burrows at night after hunting. The eastern brown snake is extremely flexible and fast, and due to its diurnal excursions and habitats, it frequently encounters people. This snake is considered the 2nd most venomous snake in the world, but it has shorter fangs than most other snake species, which reach only 3 millimeters in length. Such small fangs allow the eastern brown snake inject only small amounts of venom into its prey. This species is also one of the deadliest snakes in Australia.

3. Ephas, or sand ephas (lat. Echis carinatus)

In addition to being one of the Big Four, sand frets occupy third place in the Top 10 most dangerous snakes due to their irritable, aggressive nature and deadly poison. And also their habitat is in close proximity to people. They are nocturnal and can be seen in the late evening in arid areas and dry savannas north of the equator, including Africa, Arabia, Southwest Asia and India, as well as Sri Lanka. They strike very quickly, releasing hemotoxin, a poison that destroys red blood cells and causes damage to tissues and organs. Mortality rates from these bites are extremely high. Although the antidote is quite effective along with medical care, sand ephs are believed to be responsible for a large number of human deaths.

2. Taipan (lat. Oxyuranus scutellatus)

The snake, found primarily on the island of New Guinea and the coastal regions of northern and southern Australia, is considered one of the most aggressive snakes. And the taipan's venom is the most toxic. Its venom contains a powerful cocktail of toxins that paralyze the nerves of the heart, lungs and diaphragm, causing the victim to suffocate, as well as a powerful myotoxin that destroys muscle tissue, resulting in severe bleeding.

1. Black mamba (lat. Dendroaspis polylepis)

The absolute winner of the Top 10 most dangerous snakes is the black mamba. It is the fastest land snake in the world, reaching speeds of 20 km/h, and when combined with lethal venom and nervous behavior- a real disaster for its production. She can deliver multiple quick strikes in a short period of time, and her venom is a lethal cocktail of neuro- and cardio-toxins. This snake can have different colors: from olive to grayish. And the black mamba got its name because of the color of the inside of its mouth, which is inky black.

This snake mainly lives in the rocky mountains and savannas of Southern and Eastern Africa and can reach 4 meters in length. The snake loves low open spaces sleeping areas that include holes, hollow trees, rock cracks or abandoned termite mounds. This snake's bite was 100% fatal before antivenom was available, but it can still be fatal if not treated within 20 minutes of the first bite. Any snake that can cause so much fear that African people gave it the nickname "Kiss of Death" definitely deserves respect.

The most poisonous snake in the world is the taipan. But there are other snakes that are no less dangerous.

Top 7 most dangerous snakes in the world

There are more than 3 thousand species of snakes on our planet, about 750 species of which are poisonous, but only the second part of them can kill a person.

Many of them are afraid of people and avoid meeting them. The list of the most dangerous snakes in the world includes:

• Black Mamba;
• Taipan;
• Fierce snake;
• Tiger snake;
• Malay Krait;
• Mulga;
• Egyptian cobra.

Many of the poisonous snakes are several times more dangerous than the cobra we know.

Black Mamba

The snake got its name thanks to its black mouth, and it itself is most often dark olive in color. It lives in Africa, where it is one of the most poisonous. The length of the Mamba reaches up to 2.7 meters; there are specimens up to 5 meters. The bite of such a snake kills a person in 20-30 minutes.

black mamba photo

It is interesting that this species bites not just once, but several times. She is able to bite up to 12 times in a row. The amount of poison she releases at one time can kill 25 people. The Black Mamba is one of the most fast snakes in the world, it can reach speeds of up to 20 km/h on level ground.

Taipan

This snake is dangerous not only because of its neurotoxic venom, but also aggressive behavior. After the invention of the antidote, only 40% of those bitten survive. Its venom causes the blood to clot and clog veins and arteries. With this effect of the poison, death occurs within 12 hours, but not earlier than 4 hours after the bite.

taipan photo

Taipan sprays 44 mg of toxic substance at a time. It grows up to 2.5 meters in length, color: red with iridescent tints. Lives in northern Australia and New Guinea. Feeds small mammals. It is considered a distant relative of the Black Mamba.

Fierce snake

Such a snake is very rare, as it is very afraid of people. There were no deaths from the venom of this snake, but it was 50 times stronger than poison Cobras. At one time, the Cruel One can bestow 100 mg of poison on a target, enough to kill 100 people. It takes effect within 45 minutes and is fatal.

cruel snake photo

Distributed in Central Australia. Lives in places with dry plains and fields. The length of the snake is 1.5 - 1.9 m, the color is light yellow with a brown pattern. Belongs to the genus Taipans.

Tiger snake

It is especially dangerous during the molting or mating season. In normal times, she will avoid meeting people. But if someone does find it, she will warn about herself for a long time. It grows up to 2 meters in length. The amount of poison injected is enough to kill 400 people.

tiger snake photo

The color most often matches the color of its surroundings. It lives in the south and east of Australia, also in New Guinea and on the island of Tasmania. It lives in forests and also in open fields. It feeds on frogs and mice.

Malay Krait

Krayt has one of the most toxic poisons. One bite can kill up to 45 people. About 10 thousand people suffer from this snake every year. The snake waits for the victim to come as close as possible and attacks. Its bite leaves no marks and is practically painless.

malayan krait photo

Only 50% of those bitten survive. Death can occur within 20 minutes. Up to 2.5 meters long. They are active mainly at night. Often found in Indonesia and southeast Asia.

Mulga Mulga or Brown King

One of the most poisonous snakes. She does not show aggression, but any movement in her direction can be assessed as a threat. There have been cases when a snake chased an offender or prey. She usually bites more than once, and does not always spray poison.