Whether you’re a local or you’re just visiting Durban South Africa, you’re bound to wonder what snakes are found in Durban. You’ll see a variety of snakes, including the Cape Cobra, Green Mamba, and Gaboon Viper. While some of these snakes are venomous, others aren’t.
Double-headed snakes
Apparently, double-headed snakes are quite rare. There are only about twenty-five different snakes with this occurrence. It is believed that the snakes are a deformity and result from incomplete division of the embryo during development. It can be seen in some animals such as turtles and kittens.
Recently, a two-headed snake was discovered in the town of Ndwendwe, north of Durban. A man who lives there found the snake in his garden and decided to contact a local snake catcher.
The snake was rescued by Nick Evans, a snake catcher and founder of the Snake Rescue organisation. The snake was handed over to uShaka Marine World. uShaka is a marine wildlife park in Durban. It has a Dangerous Creatures exhibit.
Nick Evans posted pictures of the snake on his social media account. The snake is named Jean-Claude and is thirty centimeters long.
Non-venomous snakes
Several species of snake are found in Durban, South Africa. Some of them are venomous, while others are harmless. There are a few species that are known to bite humans, so it’s a good idea to be aware of their appearance and behavior.
One of the most infamous snake species in South Africa is the puff adder. The venom of the puff adder is very toxic, causing extreme pain and swelling. In addition, the venom can also cause secondary effects such as kidney failure and haemorrhaging.
Another venomous snake found in Durban is the Mozambique Spitting Cobra. This snake can spit or spray venom up to three metres away. It can also become aggressive if it feels threatened. It can also be found in the Free State, where it is common.
Gaboon Viper
Generally nocturnal, Gaboon Vipers can be found in a variety of habitats including sub-Saharan Africa, subtropical forests and woodlands on the fringes of tropical rain forests. They are not considered threatened in the wild. Gaboon Vipers are also known as swamp jacks, swamp snakes and butterfly adders.
The Gaboon Viper is a large venomous snake, which can grow to a maximum length of 1.8 meters. It is a member of the Bitis genus, which includes many snakes found throughout Africa. It is the largest member of this genus.
The head of the Gaboon Viper is a large triangular shape. The head can be rotated up to 45 degrees. The neck is also narrowed. It has a pair of horns on each nostril. The flanks have a fawn rhomboidal shape.
Cape Cobra
During November 2014, reports of large mole snakes were seen on small beaches near Mossel Bay and Blouberg. Experts said the time of year had contributed to these unusual sightings. However, they are not known to attack humans, unless they are in danger.
These snakes are found in the eastern and western deserts of southern Africa. The species is also found in parts of Botswana and Namibia.
This snake is active throughout the year. It is a scavenger and can feed on a wide variety of prey. Cape Cobras can reach a maximum length of 1.8 metres. They can also climb trees and shrubs for protection. They are generally solitary animals, but sometimes they will venture into human habitations to find food.
During mating season, Cape Cobras can be aggressive. They may attack a human, if the victim is moving or making a lot of noise. They are also known to raid the nests of birds. They can also spit venom.
Green Mamba
Coastal bush and forest along the KwaZulu-Natal coastline are rapidly being developed, and the habitat of these snakes is being destroyed. As a result, Eastern Green Mambas and Western Natal Green Snakes are not seen in coastal Durban. They are more commonly seen in Umhlanga and further north and south of Durban.
This highly venomous snake can kill a human in less than 30 minutes with a bite. They are usually found in dense bush and vegetation.
Eastern green mambas have a slender body with bright green upper parts and yellow under parts. They can also have black transverse bars on the dorsal side of their bodies. They are fast snakes that are capable of moving 11 kilometers per hour. They are also known to have rapid-acting venom that attacks blood cells. They have a pale yellow-green belly and round pupils.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5pz_U8OyQpk