“Unveiling Nature’s Most Lethal Predators: Are You Brave Enough to Discover the Earth’s Deadliest Snakes?”
The Western Brown snake can grow to about six feet long and is found throughout Australia. They eat small mammals such as mice, as well as lizards.
The Tiger Snake Is Another Australian Native
The Australian Tiger Snake is known for its aggressive nature and toxic venom, but in reality, are rarely encountered by humans. They’re recognized by their yellow and black cross-bands but are also seen in other colors including brown, black, and white.
Tiger Snakes live in Tasmania, a highly inhospitable territory, and are considered great adaptors for their ability to survive in such a harsh terrain. Prey size helps to dictate how large these snakes grow as adults.
The Death Adder’s Name Says It All
The Death Adder got its fearful name because it’s one of the most venomous land snakes worldwide. It has a wide triangular head and a thick banded body. Death Adders can reach lengths of around two to three feet.
These snakes live in Australia’s forests, grasslands, woodlands, although their habitat is shrinking. They’re also threatened by the rapid spread of invasive Cane toads, which feed on juvenile death adders. Additionally, adult death adders attempt to eat the Cane toads, which are poisonous and kill the snakes.
The Blue-Bellied Black Snake Is The Most Toxic Of The Pseudechis Genus
Not to be confused with the Red-Bellied Black snake, the Blue-Bellied variety is quite aggressive and exerts distinctive behaviors before it attacks. When it feels threatened, this snake holds its body in an S-shape and hisses loudly.
