Incredible footage was captured of a king snake encountering a rattlesnake in Georgia, USA. Here we dive into the gripping world of snake-on-snake combat and compare these two predators.
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Introduction to King snakes and Rattlesnakes
Aspect | King snake | Rattlesnake |
---|---|---|
Size | Typically 3–4 ft long | Varies greatly, some over 6 ft long |
Origin | North and Central America | Throughout the Americas |
Background Info | Immune to snake venom | Have rattling tails |
Physical Characteristics | Chain-link fence-like pattern on the back | Triangular-shaped head, segmented rattles on the tail |
Behavior | Constrictor | Venomous |
Diet | Rodents, birds, and other snakes | Small mammals and birds |
Lifespan | Up to 20 years in captivity | Typically 10–25 years |
Kingsnake: The Mighty Constrictor
![Scarlet king snake](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Scarlet_King_Snake_Lampropeltis_elapsoides_32391807822.jpg)
The king snake can infamously overpower and consume venomous snakes, including rattlesnakes. King snakes use their speed and strength to seize their prey and tightly constrict the the creature for its next meal.
Incredibly, king snakes can devour snakes even longer than themselves once they’ve been squeezed to death.
Rattlesnake
![Rattle snake](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/pexels-pixabay-36714-1200x803.jpg)
Contrary to popular belief, rattlesnakes are not indiscriminate killers; instead, they play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance in their habitats by controlling populations of rodents, which can easily become pests that harbor diseases.
However, when a rattlesnake is confronted by a king snake, even they stand little chance of survival.
Nature’s Intricate Web
![Lampropeltis Mexicana king snake](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/1024px-Lampropeltis_Mexicana_Greeri_16.jpg)
This spectacle of snake-on-snake combat is a fantastic example of the struggle for survival in the animal kingdom. All animals should be able to adapt – eat or get eaten.
Wrapping Up
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