Snake Warning
Veterinary Surgeon, Dr Rob Zammit, warned that it is now snake season. Even though the worst months (November and March) are still to come, vets around the country are already reporting cases of snakebite. Rob suggested taking these precautions ... [... more]
Burke's Backyard |
Yellow-faced Whip Snake
The Yellow-faced Whip Snake is a slender and fast-moving snake, active during the day. The Yellow-faced Whip Snake is a slender and fast-moving snake, active during the day. It is common throughout most of Australia. It is often confused with the ... [... more]
Australian Museum |
Fangs of deadly venomous snakes - how they evolved
The fangs of most deadly venomous snakes are syringe-like. That is, they are long and thin, hollow and have a bevelled tip. Like a syringe, these fangs have evolved to deliver a liquid (venom) under pressure. Hence the venom can be delivered ... [... more]
Australian Museum |
Golden-crowned Snake
The Golden-crowned Snake is a small nocturnal, terrestrial species that is sometimes encountered on warm nights in suburban areas. The Golden-crowned Snake is a small nocturnal, terrestrial species that is sometimes encountered on warm nights in ... [... more]
Australian Museum |
Keeping Lizards and Snakes
Did you know there are probably more people owning Australian native reptiles overseas than there are at home? As wildlife authorities in some states relax their regulations on the keeping of certain reptiles, more Australians can get to know ... [... more]
Burke's Backyard |
Brown Snakes
In the last few years there's been a progressive and very alarming rise in the number of deaths from snake bites. Many of those deaths are associated with brown snakes. It's thought that the reason for the increase is that snakes, and brown ... [... more]
Burke's Backyard |
Snakes as Pets
Not known to be aggressive. Non-venomous. Treat gently and with respect. Many kids, especially boys, love snakes. Not recommended for children under 10. Responsibility and common sense is required Many kids, especially boys, love snakes. Not ... [... more]
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Snake Bites
Every year in Australia between 500 to 3000 people are bitten by snakes. A very common myth about snakes is that they are extremely aggressive, and they'll do just about anything to bite and kill you. This is false. Most snakes will do their ... [... more]
Burke's Backyard |
Black-bellied Swamp Snake
John Dengate picked up a black-bellied swamp snake. These snakes are not highly venomous, but they do bite and victims may suffer pain and localised swelling. John pointed out that this species could easily be confused with the eastern brown ... [... more]
Burke's Backyard |
Melissa Stewart
They're SSSSLITHERY! SLIPPERY! They creep us out! But get to know them and you'll find snakes private, quiet types who just want a cool, shady place to call home. From the tip of their forked tongues, to skin that sheds, to the rattles on certain ... [... more]
Random House |
Stir Fried Pork with Snake Beans and Curry Paste
If snake beans are unavailable, use green beans instead. INGREDIENTS Bring a medium sized pot of water to the boil. Plunge in the pork and remove when water returns to the boil. Drain, reserving pork and discarding water. Heat oil in a wok or ... [... more]
Australian Womens Weekly |
Snake House
An old dairy is home to the local snake-catcher at Mount Nebo in Queensland. Back in the 1880s this hut was part of a dairy farm belonging to the McAfee family. Cows were milked in a shed adjoining the hut. The milk was then taken to another shed ... [... more]
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