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Regarding members of the animal kingdom, snakes are undoubtedly one of the most recognizable for their uniform appearance. But even if slippery creatures can be a must for schoolchildren looking for an easy -to -shoot subject, there are thousands of different snake species that can each be defined by their physical features. Some are larger and built to catch and force prey, while others have distinct marks that canHelp them hide in their natural habitat. And in special cases, their unique features can make them downright frightening. Read the rest to see what types of snakes are the most scary, according to experts.

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Just as it is not uncommon for someone to have a deeply rooted fear of snakes, some people have a deep fear of spiders. By coincidence, an exotic reptile type occurs to combine a little of both in the same animal.

"The spider horned horns is a snake with a tail that looks like a spider," saidPierre Cabin, founder and owner ofReptile craze. "As a snake that resides in the desert, his body even looks like sand particles!"

CAB adds that these characteristics make species incredibly good to have your own meals. "When he hunts prey, all you can see is his spider tail acting like a lure. Those who are attracted by his lure do not even have time to react because everything they see is a big Viper that rushed for killing, "he said.

The horns are not too shocking view when they appear on the head of a male, a ram or an moose. But experts point out that they may seem particularly threatening when they are on a snake.

"There are a surprising number of snakes with horns, but one of the most scary is the viper of the horns,"Georgina Ushi Phillips, DVM, veterinary and writer advisor forThe reptile room, recountBetter life. "These snakes are mainly found in the Arabian Peninsula where they prefer dry sandy areas."

But their decisive physical functionality is not only for the show. "In addition to looking intimidating, their horns - which are located just above one or the other eye - protect their eyes against the sand which is common in their habitat."

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The World of Fire-Rimeing Dragons is fortunately relegated to fantastic novels and shows likeThrones. However, there is a kind of snake that may have convinced you for a minute that they could have been transformed into reality.

"The Dragon Snake looks exactly like its name," says Cab. "He raised scales flowing in the back, his nostrils are flared - and even his signature black color seems intimidating."

But do not expect this reptile to participate in Khaleesi style attacks so early. "The first thought that comes to mind when the first look at this snake is:" It will expire the fire! "" Say CabBetter life. "No matter how threatening this snake is, it can actually be a pet snake. Fortunately, its hobby stays inside its skin and eats small fish instead of wreaking havoc in a village. ""

Some reptiles inspire the fear of their large size or their sharp fangs. But when it comes to being scary, the blind snake Brahminy stands out for a very different reason.AE0FCC31AE342FD3A1346EBB1F342FCB

"Even if these snakes come from South Asia, they are now found throughout southern Florida," said Phillips. "They are not poisonous and have had no significant impact on local ecosystems, but they are still a bit frightening."

"They are small - usually about five inches - and as you expect their names, they are almost completely blind," she said. "They look more like large verse than snakes thanks to their dark color and their minimum of characteristics, and there is something about a 5 -inch worm that is a bit frightening!"

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The decisive characteristic of snakes is that their body is free from appendages. This is perhaps why the tried snake stands out as a particularly strange species in the world of reptiles.

"This aquatic snake named appropriately has two short tentacles extending from the tip of his face which almost resemble snail antennas," explains Phillips. "The exact reason for these tentacles is still a little clear, but it certainly makes this snake more scary than your average snake."

Snakes are notoriously scaly animals, with many who have complex patterns and colors that help them blend. On the other hand, other species adopt a more textured approach with regard to their look.

"The Atheris Hispida is a viper covered with thorny scales, which is why it is also called the thorny African viper," explains Cab. "Even his big eyes are locked up with scales!"

Unfortunately, meetings with these animals can be as frightening as their appearance. "We can say that they are the pork-epics of the serpent world. His terrifying look also corresponds to his personality because this snake is fiery and can offer a mortal venomous bite," notes CAB.