Two-Headed Snake ‘Rare & Poisonous’ Found In India
A rare and dangerous two-headed snake has been discovered in India, report says.
The unusual creature was found in Maharashtra last week and although it measures just 11cm, it is one of the deadliest in the country.
The Russell’s viper was spotted outside a residential building and authorities were called to the scene to take it away. It’s now at a specialist facility.
The team who took the snake said in a statement: “The snake is alive and being kept in a safe environment. Due to the Forestry Department protocol, we can’t disclose the location of the snake right now.”
Indian Forest Services officer Susanta Nanda said: “The two-headed Russell’s viper was rescued in Maharashtra.
“The Russell’s viper is far more dangerous than most poisonous snakes because it harms you even if you survive the initial bite.”
The Russell’s viper one of the most dangerous snakes and accounts for ‘thousands of deaths each year’, according to the University of Michigan.
Anyone unfortunate enough to get bitten by one could face numerous nasty symptoms including pain, vomiting, dizziness, and kidney failure.
But despite being deadly, this two-headed snake could be vulnerable out in the wild as the abnormality causes complications.
According to experts, each head has its own ideas for survival, which can lead to problems when it comes to food.
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