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Friday, September 19, 2008

Flying Snake @ Chrysopelia Ornata


One of the most exciting of snakes is the so-called flying snake, Chrysopelia ornata, which moves speedily through the trees, launching itself from branches and gliding down to a lower level by using air resistance on its concave belly surface. These colorful green and yellow snakes can be fed on mice, Al though only mildly venomous, all rear-fanged snakes should be handles with the utmost caution as there are always those people who are somewhat more allergic to venoms than are.


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