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The eastern hog-nosed snake [3] (Heterodon platirhinos), is a species of mildly venomous rear-fanged snake in the family Colubridae. The venom is specifically adapted to amphibian prey and is harmless to humans. However, some people may have an allergic reaction, and experience local swelling and other symptoms.
Hognose snakes rarely bite in self-defense and their saliva is unlikely to cause serious injury to humans. [5] Case reports of Heterodon nasicus in captivity biting during regular handling have mostly been linked to a possible misidentification as prey, with the effects including local pain, swelling and local tissue damage.
Deadliest animals as of 2016 [1] This is a list of the deadliest animals to humans worldwide, measured by the number of humans killed per year. Different lists have varying criteria and definitions, so lists from different sources disagree and can be contentious.
This is a list of extant snakes, given by their common names. Note that the snakes are grouped by name, ... Hognose snake. Blonde hognose snake; Dusty hognose snake;
Sadly, these snakes are dying out because humans gas burrows in an attempt to kill large amounts of Diamondbacks. This is not only illegal, but it also puts many more animals (not just snakes) in ...
The rubber boa (Charina bottae) is a snake in the genus Charina of the family Boidae. Boidae consists of the non-venomous snakes commonly called boas and has 43 species. The genus Charina consists of four species, three of which are found in North America, and one species found in Africa. In Montana, this boa is found in western and ...
The western hognose snake (Heterodon nasicus) is a species [2] of snake in the family Colubridae. The species is endemic to North America. There are three subspecies that are recognized as being valid, including the nominotypical subspecies .
Hognose snakes are frequently found in the exotic pet trade. H. nasicus are often considered to be the easiest to care for, and captive-bred stock is easily found. H. platirhinos is commonly found, but their dietary requirements can be a challenge for some keepers.