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Scientists have discovered a new species of 'Stiletto' snake, according to an article published in the journal Zoosystematics and Evolution.
Stiletto snakes are unique in that they have what amounts to a side fang, and can even strike sideways and envenom their prey with closed mouths. Notably these snakes would not do well with snake handlers, as
Snake handlers typically hold snakes by the back of the head, but such a grip won't protect handlers from a stiletto snake's sideways fang
(technically, perhaps it is the snake handlers who would not do well.)
A revealing image of the side fang on a stiletto snake is here if you are curious how this looks.
Sometimes called mole vipers or burrowing asps, most stiletto snakes aren't venomous enough to hurt humans, but a few species produce venom toxic enough to cause tissue necrosis.
The research team collected three samples of the new species from the western Upper Guinea forests but has not determined its full range.
(Score: 2) by Snotnose on Tuesday March 12 2019, @12:56AM (3 children)
Seems that pretty much every thing in Australia has a "most deadly" tag attached to it. How did they miss this snake?
When the dust settled America realized it was saved by a porn star.
(Score: 2) by SpockLogic on Tuesday March 12 2019, @01:12AM (1 child)
Africa not Australia, not close either, Guinea not New Guinea. ;-)
Overreacting is one thing, sticking your head up your ass hoping the problem goes away is another - edIII
(Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on Tuesday March 12 2019, @08:29AM
Trump White House Staff, most likely environs. Seriously. Saw one. In stilletos. Cary Anne Cumaway. True snake.
(Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on Tuesday March 12 2019, @08:40AM
Only wannabe-deadly snakes need side teeth, Aussies care only for the really deadly ones. A matter of national pride, see?
now mod me Informative (grin)