Also called a faint-banded sea snake, Belcher’s Sea Snakes have venom that’s extremely lethal. Humans who are bitten by this species will lose feeling in their lower extremities, stomachs, and lungs, until suffocation occurs. They are sometimes called the most venomous snakes in the world, which is not true.
Luckily, these snakes are relatively timid and must be severely provoked before they attack. Belcher’s Sea Snakes live in parts of Asia and Australia.
Small-Eyed Snakes Give Birth To Live Young
The Small-Eyed snake is yet another dangerous entry from Australia. They live in rainforests as well as eucalyptus forests, and like most snakes are active at night. During the day they can be found hiding under rocks, vegetation, and tree bark.
They pack a lethal punch with their myotoxic venom, but are only known to have killed one human. The Small-Eyed snake feeds on other (smaller) snakes, lizards and their eggs, and frogs. Unlike most snakes, they give birth to live young.
Beware The Australian Copperhead
The Australian Copperhead is not closely related to the American version. From the Elapidae family, the Australian Copperhead can range in color from a deep copper to brown to a yellow or reddish color.
Its neurotoxic venom can easily kill a human if first aid isn’t given in time. One fatality and a dozen Copperhead bites have been recorded in Australia. These snakes typically eat other snakes, frogs, and lizards.
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