Snakes are among the most common reptiles in the world, and can be found on every continent, except Antarctica. These animals will occasionally venture into the water to hunt for prey, or even just to move around their environments. Generally, snakes can not breathe underwater. They are air-breathing reptiles, and can only stay underwater for … Read more
Snakes are the most abundant reptiles after Lizards and can be found in various habitats. But have you ever wondered if all snakes can climb trees? Many snakes can climb trees to some extent, but some are better climbers than others. A snake’s ability to climb trees is mainly influenced by its body structure and … Read more
There are over 4,000 identified snake species worldwide, found in a wide variety of habitats, from rain forests to mountainous areas to dry regions. Different snake species have adapted to their environments and specialize in moving over the terrain most common in their habitats. Generally, all snakes can instinctively swim from the moment of their … Read more
Garter snakes are among the most common snakes in North America. They are usually found in forest areas but can exploit many habitats. Although largely terrestrial, garter snakes occasionally climb low trees or shrubs for various reasons, such as hunting, basking in the sun, escaping predators, and avoiding dangers on the ground such as flooding. … Read more
Garter snakes are medium-sized snakes easily recognizable by the distinctive stripes running lengthwise along their scales. However, some individuals lack stripes. If a garter snake is threatened by a predator, it will release a foul-smelling, greasy fluid, called ‘musk’, from glands located near the base of the tail. This fluid not only smells bad but … Read more
Garter snakes are among the most common snakes in North America. They are usually found in forest areas but often wander into people’s backyards and even enter homes. Garter snakes enter houses mainly in search of food, water, or protection from the elements. Sometimes, they may enter a house purely by accident, especially if doors … Read more
Many snakes, particularly those that live close to water bodies, venture into the water for various reasons, such as to escape predators or to move across different areas of their habitat. Snakes are air-breathing reptiles, and if their lungs fill with water, they can drown. Although many snakes can hold their breath to dive underwater, … Read more
Like most snakes, garter snakes are generalist carnivores that eat a wide variety of other prey. They aren’t very picky about what they eat and will prey on almost any animal they can catch and swallow whole. Garter snakes eat frogs that are small enough to fit into their mouths. In general, amphibians tend to … Read more
Garter snakes are medium sized snakes found in North and Central America. Due to their wide distribution, these snakes are often near water bodies. Like all snakes, garter snakes can swim. They swim by wriggling their bodies from side to side, in a winding motion, while keeping their heads above the water. Many garter snake … Read more
Sea snakes are interesting creatures that live in marine environments for most of their lives. These snakes are excellent swimmers and often dive to the sea floor to hunt. But how long can sea snakes stay underwater? Most sea snakes spend an average of 15 to 30 minutes underwater before returning to the surface for … Read more