Snake Predators

Do Black Snakes Kill Copperheads & Rattlesnakes (keep away?)

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We’ve all heard the urban legends that certain kinds of non-poisonous snakes keep poisonous snakes away. Buy which ones, and do black snakes keep poisonous snakes away? Black snakes, such as black rat snakes, black racers, and eastern kingsnakes, feed on rodents and other food sources for poisonous snakes, which can cause venomous snakes to … Read more

Can Snake Venom Kill a Chicken? (Chickens immune to venom?)

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Many people believe that adult chickens and guinea hens are safe from snakes, but is that true, what about baby chicks or eggs in the chicken coop? And are chickens immune to snake venom? No, chickens are not immune to snake venom. Snake venom is a complex mixture of proteins and enzymes that can cause … Read more