583K views · 5.4K reactions | A mongoose takes on a puff adder it found in the road. After circling the snake repeatedly and dodging its strikes, the mongoose finally takes its chance, grabs the snake, and runs off into the bushes. | Wild Tings | Facebook

How Fast Can a Puff Adder Strike?​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Puff adders are incredibly fast, striking at 2.6 m/sec. They can strike and return to their original position in the blink of an eye! This lightning-fast speed makes them one of the most dangerous snakes in Africa. Many snake handlers get bitten by puff adders because they become too relaxed and complacent, mistaking their slow movements for harmlessness. But always remember, they can strike with incredible speed when they need to. This Snake bi

The Puff Adder is widespread over much of South Africa and elsewhere further north into Africa. It is a heavy-bodied snake that relies on its excellent camouflage and is reluctant to move. Much of its life is spent in camouflage mode and recent research has shown that when hiding, the Puff Adder will not hiss or strike when approached, as this would give away its presence. It is an ambush hunter that will coil up into a striking position and await its prey. This can last several days or even wee

75K views · 1.2K reactions | Look at our puff adder's transformation. He turned out absolutely gorgeous #venomman20 #venomouskeeper #VenomousCreatures #venomoussnakes #venom #snakes #puffadder | Venomman20 | Facebook