Harshita Sinha
Contrary to popular belief, snakes are not slimy! Their scales are smooth and dry.
Only about 600 species of snakes are venomous, out of over 3,000 species.
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The largest snakes can swallow prey whole, but humans are way too big.
Snakes have excellent eyesight, and some species can even see in low light.
Some snakes can move at speeds of up to 18 miles per hour.
We spoke to a herpetologist to get the lowdown on snake myths and legends.
There you have it - the truth behind some of the wildest snake myths.