Oldest Known Snakes In The World
8 Oldest Snake To Ever Lived Did you know there are more than 3,000 species of snakes on the planet, found everywhere except for Antarctica, Iceland, Greenland, Ireland, and New Zealand? Snakes are a type of reptile, which are cold-blooded creatures that rely on their external conditions to regulate their body temperature. They have scales that help them retain moisture in dry climates, and act as protection against abrasion on rough surfaces. Whether venomous or non-venomous, nearly all snakes swallow their food whole after constricting them or by striking with venom – this includes deer and cattle! There are no other creatures exactly like the snake, which makes them so fascinating. With an average life span of 10-15 years in the wild, we’re about to explore some of the oldest snakes that have ever lived. Let’s get started! 8. Butler’s Garter Snake Year born: 2000 Currently living?: No Current age (or age at death): 11 Location:...