The sidewinder rattlesnake (Crotalus cerastes), also known ... its fast strikes and dangerous bite make it one of the most feared venomous snakes in the world. The southern black racer (Coluber ...

Deserts are home to various snake species that have adapted to survive extreme conditions, from the highly venomous Inland ...

Thus, speed is just as integral to a snake’s survival as its venomous bite. The sidewinder, or horned rattlesnake, is the fastest snake, moving at speeds of up to 18 mph (29 kph). Native to the ...