Summary
Australian scientists in Paris studied snake bites using slow-motion video to see how fast different snake species strike. They discovered that vipers were the quickest, but some elapids were nearly as fast. The research also explored how snakes use their fangs to bite and inject venom.
Key Facts
- The study was conducted by Australian scientists at a venom lab in Paris, France.
- Researchers used a warm gel to mimic prey and encourage snakes to bite.
- Slow-motion footage helped scientists observe the speed of different snake strikes.
- Vipers were found to be the fastest snakes in the study.
- Some elapid species had striking speeds almost as fast as vipers.
- The study examined how snakes use their fangs to catch prey and deliver venom.
