Timber Rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus)
Timber Rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus) earlier today. More to come on this spectacular species…
Read MoreBanded Snail-eater (Sibon annulatus)
Okay, just one more before World Snake Day is over… The Banded Snail-eater (Sibon annulatus) from Costa Rica is about as harmless as it gets. A specially adapted jaw structure enables it to feed on snails and other soft-bodied prey but pretty much precludes it from biting anything bigger. Besides, a full-grown adult is not much bigger than a good-sized nightcrawler. Nothing to fear here!
Read MoreEyelash Viper (Bothriechis schlegelii)
Start your week off by sharing this snake, an Eyelash Viper (Bothriechis schlegelii), Sean photographed during the last Costa Rica survey in March. Our yards are now green but most don’t include these guys…
Read MoreHognosed Pitviper (Porthidium nasutum) by Twan Leenders
Hognosed Pitviper (Porthidium nasutum) by Twan for Meet Your Neighbours. What a cuddly friend, huh?
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