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9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by hotspec(m): 1:07pm On Sep 14, 2017 |
Let me start by saying that I dedicate this thread to one of the Mods for his irresistible passion for snakes, if that was true. Scaly and scary Snakes haunt our dreams and inhabit our mythology. They appear almost everywhere. Our fascination is no doubt fueled by the danger snakes pose, but it may also stem from the legless reptiles' improbable form. Evolution has gifted snakes with a variety of odd but clever body designs and adaptations. Below are 9 of the world's most bizarre snakes. 1. Langaha madagascariensis This bizarre-looking snake, also known as the Malagasy leaf-nosed snake, is an arboreal species endemic to Madagascar. Their strange nasal appendage (pointy in the male, leaf-shaped in the female) may help them blend in with vines and branches or sight their prey, which they ambush. No one knows for sure. They are poisonous but not aggressive. Their bites are extremely painful but not life-threatening. 2. Flying snake It sounds weird right? A flying snake! But these airborne serpents are real. (Don't believe it? Check out a video of it online.) They glide for stunning distances through the air (without actually flying) by leaping from tree branches. While airborne, they flare their ribs and suck in their abdomens to make themselves wider and more concave for better aerodynamics. 3. Desert horned viper These snakes, which hail from Northern Africa and the Middle East, could be the reason the devil is often depicted with horns. The serpents' horns, which are modified scales, are retractable, allowing the snakes to burrow easily. Scientists aren't sure of the purpose of the horns, but they may help prevent the buildup of sand around the eyes. 4. Tentacled snake This aquatic snake, a native of Southeast Asia, is the only species in the world to possess twin "tentacles" on its snout. Scientists speculate that the snake uses the tentacles as lures to attract tiny fish, its favorite prey, but they may also function as sensory organs that help them detect movement. Source: https://www.mnn.com/earth-matters/animals/photos/9-of-the-worlds-most-bizarre-snakes/scaly-and-scary#top-mobile Lalasticlala
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Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by hotspec(m): 1:10pm On Sep 14, 2017 |
5. Barbados threadsnake Endemic to the Caribbean island of Barbados, this threadsnake is the smallest snake species in the world, only 4 inches long and about as wide as a spaghetti noodle. You'd be forgiven for mistaking it for a tiny worm or grub crawling through the grass or under a rock. The snake's diet consists of termites and ant larvae. 6. Iridescent shieldtail This species, found in the mountains of India, might be the world's most colorful serpent. It may also be one of the world's least known snakes, as only three specimens have been identified. Its iridescent back and belly are separated by a brilliant yellow stripe. 7. Iwasaki's snail-eater You can probably guess what this snake eats, but it is an even more specialized hunter than its name implies. Not only does it eat only snails, but due to its highly unusual asymmetric jaws, it is efficient only at feeding on snails with dextral (clockwise-coiled) shells. The extreme adaptation has its limits, though. Scientists believe that snails are beginning to evolve counter-clockwise-coiled shells to protect themselves. 8. Eastern hognose snake Other than its upturned snout, which is used for digging in sandy soil, this snake doesn't appear too strange — until threatened. Then it becomes the world's biggest drama queen. Capable of flattening its neck to resemble a cobra, it will strike, but the strikes are pure bluffs; it doesn't bite, it merely "head butts." If this strategy doesn't work to fend off threats, the snake rolls on its back and plays dead, going so far as to emit a foul musk and letting its tongue hang out of its mouth.
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Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by hotspec(m): 1:17pm On Sep 14, 2017 |
Finally, 9. Spider-tailed viper This viper has one of the most unusual tail adaptations in the snake world. The tail appendage, which at first might look like a deformity, is designed to look like a spider. Its purpose isn't to make the snake seem extra terrifying (a spider and a snake, yikes!), but rather, to act as a lure. When the viper rattles it, arachnid-eating prey are attracted and drawn into striking range.
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Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by jessejunior(m): 1:18pm On Sep 14, 2017 |
ooooooh LaLa these ones are strange tho |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by sammoe(m): 2:07pm On Sep 14, 2017 |
Even Uncle Lala will not eat these. As pets? Maybe... |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by Aminu212: 3:29pm On Sep 14, 2017 |
Unfortunately, lalasticlala does not eat raw snake. please try again later. 2 Likes |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by yunglivochi(m): 4:26pm On Sep 14, 2017 |
Educative |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by dkronicle(m): 6:12pm On Sep 14, 2017 |
I will still run when i see 8. Eastern hognose snake Other than its upturned snout, which is used for digging in sandy soil, this snake doesn't appear too strange — until threatened. Then it becomes the world's biggest drama queen. Capable of flattening its neck to resemble a cobra, it will strike, but the strikes are pure bluffs; it doesn't bite, it merely "head butts." If this strategy doesn't work to fend off threats, the snake rolls on its back and plays dead, going so far as to emit a foul musk and letting its tongue hang out of its mouth. |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by Goldeno(m): 6:52pm On Sep 14, 2017 |
hmm ok |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by Truepee(m): 7:13pm On Sep 14, 2017 |
Okay...Nnmadi KanU is Not Yet Dead...If HeDies Who'll PM Me |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by Edopesin: 7:52pm On Sep 14, 2017 |
Lalasticlala |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by Outofsync(m): 7:54pm On Sep 14, 2017 |
Where is lalasticus cleavageniensis |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by GlorifiedTunde(m): 8:33pm On Sep 14, 2017 |
If snakes are crippy and Lala loves snakes dearly, that means Lala is a ... somebody |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by yaqq: 9:46pm On Sep 14, 2017 |
These re not naija breed! but if eventually the snake patron see this then it's sure gonna grace Fp so for the main time let's observe Mr L |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by DeKen: 12:09am On Sep 15, 2017 |
God is awesome. |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by MrHighSea: 2:15am On Sep 15, 2017 |
Kill em all |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by ChemicalMallam(m): 4:58am On Sep 15, 2017 |
let me invest here should in case |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by WhoBeThisMan: 5:02am On Sep 15, 2017 |
Lalasticlala, surprise me and don't push this to front page I know you can't resist it |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by ProfGday(m): 9:44am On Sep 15, 2017 |
When one of these snake kiss u......Just accept my sinparty...
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Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by BunbleBee: 10:40am On Sep 15, 2017 |
oh no lala, these snakes are big now
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Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by Nobody: 11:20am On Sep 15, 2017 |
Evolution. |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by LodiDodi(m): 2:18pm On Sep 15, 2017 |
dkronicle: So much drama for one snake! |
Re: 9 Of The World's Most Bizarre Snakes by darnley16(m): 8:04am On Sep 16, 2017 |
LodiDodi:yeah , shows its length for survival |
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