In Chinese culture, the snake represents resilience, intelligence, creativity, and intuition. 

According to the Chinese Zodiac, 2025 is the year of the snake. In Chinese culture, the snake represents resilience, intelligence, creativity, and intuition. 

Snakes have no eyelids so they sleep with their eyes open and cannot blink 

Snakes have no eyelids so they sleep with their eyes open and cannot blink.

The reticulated python is the world’s longest snake growing up to 30ft (9m) 

The reticulated python is the world’s longest snake growing up to 30 feet or 9 meters.

The heaviest snake is the green anaconda which can weigh up to 550lbs (250kg)

The heaviest snake is the green anaconda which can weigh up to 550lbs (250kg).

Snakes can live up to 8 years in the wild and 20 years in captivity

Snakes can live up to 8 years in the wild and 20 years in captivity. Some snake species like pythons can live up to 30 years in captivity.

Copperhead snakes bite more Americans each year than any other species of snake.

Copperhead snakes bite more Americans each year than any other species of snake.  Copperheads have chestnut or reddish-brown crossbands on a lighter-colored body. These snakes are found in rocky areas, grassy lots, wooded areas, and along streams and rivers. 

In many cultures, the snake symbolizes wisdom, growth, good health, and power.

In many cultures, the snake symbolizes wisdom, growth, good health, and power.

For example, the Greek god Asclepius, who is associated with healing and medicine, is often portrayed with a snake-entwined staff. Another example is the Navajo story of Glispa, a young woman that studied with the Snake People to learn the healing arts to bring back to her people. 

Sea snakes can’t drink seawater—they drink rainwater that collects on the surface of the ocean after heavy rainfall.

According to a 2014 study, sea snakes refuse to drink seawater even if they are dehydrated. Instead, they wait and drink rainwater that accumulates on the surface of the ocean after heavy rainfall.

‼️ How to Avoid Snakes on the Trails ‼️

Walk on established trails as much as possible.

Be careful when stepping over fallen logs and rock outcroppings.

Be careful along creek banks and underbrush.

Don’t put your hands or feet in places where you can’t see.

Avoid thick vegetation that limits your vision.

Wear thick clothing protecting legs, ankles, and feet.