World's Dangerous Snake Island Brazil "Ilha da Queimada Grande"
Do You know there is a mysterious Island in this world because full of snakes out there. Yes, its unbelievable. This Island is in Brazil and It is named as "Ilha da Queimada Grande". You can see minimum 5 snakes per Sq.ft in this Island.It is always advised not to stop near the island when visiting Brazil. It is difficult to reach and stays deserted. It is also known as the "Island of Death" due to the presence of several poisonous snakes on the island.
Snake Island is located on the Atlantic Ocean, 33 kilometers off the mainland Brazilian metropolis of Sao Paulo. The island has a total size of around 430,000 square meters and an elevation of approximately 206 meters above sea level.
Not only the predators, but also the preys at ground level, were not sighted on the snake-infested island. As a result, the snakes that reside here have gradually developed to be able to catch and consume migrating birds flying over the island. As a result, the golden lancehead viper, which is only found in Brazil's snake paradise, has evolved into an extremely deadly snake.
Ilha da Queimada Grande is prohibited to both local and foreign tourists due to the presence of very venomous snakes, However, in the case of legally sanctioned trips, the government advises travelers to have a doctor on their team to intervene quickly in problematic situations. as well as to safeguard unique snake species. Only the Brazilian Navy, researchers from the Chico Mendes Institute for Biological Conservation, and the Brazilian National Conservation Unit have access to the island.
Snake Island is home to a number of endangered species, in addition to snakes. According to statistics, Ilha da Queimada Grande is home to 41 different bird species. The Chilean Elaenia and Southern house wren are the primary prey of the golden lancehead.
Main and Very Dangerous Snakes living here in this Island is The "Golden Lancehead pit viper (Bothrops insularis)". One of the world's most deadly snakes. The snakes' lengths range from 70 to 118 cm. The Golden Lancehead, like other snakes in the Bothrops genus, has an extended head that points at the nose. Its common name comes from the golden-brown color of its body. The venom produced by the snake is both hemotoxic and neurotoxic in nature. It feeds on birds, lizards, and other snakes. It is also suspected of engaging in cannibalism. Because the species lives on an island that is fully off-limits to human entrance, there is very little data on human deaths caused by this snake. However, it is said that if left untreated, Bothrops venom can kill an animal or a Human.The island is filled with 2,000 to 4,000 Golden Lancehead pit vipers.
Finally, However If you would like to visit the island, It will be a death Tour of your life and its a suicidal game to You
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