Why is a rattlesnake poisonous? Detailed answer

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Why is a rattlesnake poisonous?

Scientists believe that there are currently between 3000 and 3500 species of snakes. From 10 to 15% of them are poisonous. They infect or kill their prey with poison. The rattlesnake is a type of venomous snake. The rattlesnake belongs to the group of vipers or vipers. All members of this group are poisonous. The rattlesnake has a scaled rattle, which is where they get their name from. This rattle is very sensitive to the slightest changes in temperature. It allows snakes to detect the presence of a warm-blooded organism even in the dark.

Rattlesnakes have a highly developed and perfect venom system. The fangs are long. Each canine is mounted in a short "upper jaw" and can rotate. When the snake wants to close its mouth, the jaw rotates so that the fangs fit in the mouth and the mouth can close. in relation to the throat.

The poison that the snake releases into its prey affects the blood cells and blood vessels. They swell and bleed. The venom of some snake species, such as the South American rattlesnake, also affects the nervous system.

Rattlesnakes are found only on the American continent, there are about 30 different species of them. Their rattle consists of dry, keratinized ringlets of skin, scales that are firmly attached to each other. When a snake shakes its tail, which happens when it is angry, the scales rub against each other. There is a soft thump or dull sound. This rumble warns animals of danger.

Author: Likum A.

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