Monday, January 23, 2006

Most Dangerous One-eyed Snake

This is a nice article sent to me by a sweetie and I like to share with you.

The Most Dangerous Snake In The World

Name: Expecteria Trouserious (Trouser Snake)

Location: Throughout the world

Description:

One-eyed, with mushroom-shaped head
(other types come with extralayers of skin)

Color: Varying from Pink to Black

Fang-less with a highly venomous spit
(spit can reach distances up to 2-3 feet)

Size: Varies from 3 to 12 inches, depending on its mood and sub-species

Symptoms:
This snake attacks mainly women in the lower front abdomen, resulting in an inconspicuous bump. Then a severe swelling followed by excruciating pain after 9 months. The attack is not usually fatal.

Beware: It has been known to attack men in the rear lower abdomen.

Habitat: Usually found in bedrooms but had known to appear in unusual places.

Antidote: Various type of vaccines available for women. However, once the venom is injected into the body, only drastic measures will ensure complete recovery. There is no known antidote for men.

What to do when attacked?

Tourniquet: Do not apply tourniquet as the is too deep in the body to be affected.

Cutting the wound: This would be completely unnecessary and ineffective as the bleeding will stop after a few weeks anyhow.

Sucking the wound: This method is the most popular with the victim, but so far there has not been any report of success.

Searching for anti-vernom: Place 4 fingers of the right hand on the reptile head with the thumb in the front. Grip firmly and move the hand in upwards and downwards motion. This will result in the snake becoming aggresive, very rigid and start spitting.

The time taken depends on the milker. Once milked, the snake is harmless for at least 20 minutes.

Conclusion: This snake, although is very aggressive and active, is not necessary a vermin. If treated with the right respect, can make a wonderful pet.

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