Snake quiz: Let's ssseee what you know about these slithering reptiles

Sunda island pit viper (Trimeresurus insularis) on a branch. Photo taken in Jakarta.
Most snakes are completely harmless, but some inspire fear for good reason. (Image credit: Cavan Images/Getty Images)

Snakes are limbless reptiles that are found on every continent except Antarctica, having adapted to a wide range of environments. They are amazing creatures with some jaw-dropping abilities, and they play a critical role in many food webs.

While most snakes are completely harmless, some inspire dread for good reason. Globally, 5.4 million people are bitten by snakes every year, resulting in between 80,000 and 140,000 annual deaths, according to the World Health Organization.

Of the 4,000 snake species in the world, only about 600 are venomous, though not all of those pose a threat to humans. That doesn't stop some people from developing ophidiophobia, or an intense fear of snakes, which is one of the most common phobias.

Without further ado, how much do you know about snakes?

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Sascha Pare
Staff writer

Sascha is a U.K.-based staff writer at Live Science. She holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Southampton in England and a master’s degree in science communication from Imperial College London. Her work has appeared in The Guardian and the health website Zoe. Besides writing, she enjoys playing tennis, bread-making and browsing second-hand shops for hidden gems.

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