Snakes are long, narrow-bodied reptiles that lack limbs. Currently there are more than 3000 different species of snakes, since they inhabit all continents except Antarctica. Also, although some people fear this reptile, non-venomous snakes are calm and can make the perfect pets with the right conditions.
As there are so many species, it is possible to find them in all sizes. The string snake is the smallest in the world and measures about four inches, that is, the size of an earthworm. Instead, the largest snake is the reticulated python, as it can reach nine meters in length.
Although they are considered oviparous, as most lay eggs, some species of snakes are viviparous and give birth to live young. This is because some climates are too cold for the eggs to develop, so they do not lay eggs. There are also ovoviviparous snakes, which are those that produce eggs but remain inside the mother until they are ready to hatch.
Snakes are carnivorous and feed primarily on mice , lizards, insects, fish, frogs, and even eggs to survive. In addition, although in some areas they are considered a pest, snakes help control the rodent population.
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