13 Snake Myths Debunked: Debunking Common Myths Surrounding Snakes!

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Fact 7: Snakes Are Not Blind

Contrary to popular belief, snakes can see just fine. They have eyelids, just like humans, but they do not blink.

Instead, they have a transparent scale that covers their eye and protects it when they are hunting or burrowing.

Unlike other animals, snakes cannot see in great detail. For survival, they use other senses, such as smell and vibrations on the ground, in addition to their vision, like eagles and hawks.

In order to get a sense of their surroundings, snakes stick out their tongues all the time because of their poor eyesight. However, the creatures may be able to improve their vision in a pinch.

Researchers found that at least one snake i.e coachwhip snake species controls blood flow to its eyes when it feels threatened to ensure it can see clearly.

13 Snake Myths Debunked: Debunking Common Myths Surrounding Snakes!
13 Snake Myths Debunked: Debunking Common Myths Surrounding Snakes!

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11 Comments

  1. wow what an in-depth research, i dont like reptiles particularly and wanted to skip reading this , but well explained and it got me glued to it

    1. Yes, that’s true and hence people go out and try to kill it the moment they see one. This is quite unfair and not needed in fact.

  2. My God! I got to know so much about snakes from this post. Amazing facts,That milk one is real. Idk why people offer milk to snakes on the name of faith it’s harmful for them.

    1. Thank you so much. they are such misunderstood creations of God. This article was meant to throw light on them and create awareness.

  3. Really amazing and informational article. The way you described all the myths that are amazing. It’s true there are so many myths about snakes. Your post is really helpful to bust them.

  4. You are right that media and channels sometimes fake the story to an extent that we believe it is true. Such myths needs to be busted and you have very well explained it.

  5. I so agree many are myths that’s not true many things shows on tv is all wrong. People should understand that everything they say is not true.

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