![]() Any further provocation at this stage will result in a sudden strike if it attacks, the snake is known to bite repeatedly (about 5-8 times) If cornered or surprised, the snake may take an S-shaped raised hood, loosely coiled posture, showing a readiness to strike. Even though generally the snake appears placid, it stays alert and is relatively agile. ![]() It mostly hunts long-haired rats, house mice (introduced into the wild), dasyurids (small shrew-like marsupials), lizards, and even small birds The inland taipan snake is mostly active during the day, but may prefer to be nocturnal during the hot summer months. It is usually found hiding in sink holes, ground cracks, rocky crevices, and animal burrows. The snake inhabits flood plains, dry desert lands, rocky terrain, and areas with sparse vegetation.The inland taipan is usually lighter during the summers and darker in winters The body of the snake is quite homogeneous in coloration, ranging from shiny or pale brown, orange, or olive green the rear portion of the snake, its belly and tail may be in yellow, brown, or gray shades with higher density of black-tinted scales.The inland taipan has a long whip-like tail The snake has large eyes, a rectangular-shaped head, and slender neck the head and neck are usually darker than the body. This medium-bodied and robust snake can grow to sizes ranging from 4-6 feet although large sizes, over 8 feet in length, have been recorded.Additionally, the snake is usually shy and withdrawn and not aggressive unless sufficiently disturbed, unlike its relative, the coastal taipan However, it is usually found away from human habitation and bites involving humans are extremely infrequent and not commonly reported. The inland taipan takes the first spot in the list of the world’s most venomous snakes (both land and sea snakes included).The snake belongs to the Elapidae family, which generally includes slender and swift moving snakes The inland taipan (Oxyuranus microlepidotus) is a rare and highly venomous snake that is mostly distributed in the semi-arid east central region of Australia, in the black soil plains.What is Inland Taipan Snake Bite? (Definition/Background Information) What are the other Names for this Condition? (Also known as/Synonyms)
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