This snake was found already dead, probably killed since it's head was missing, by one of our medical brigade members as we walked to different houses out in the country. It looks like a coral snake, but none of us know for sure, and the Wikipedia entry isn't helping much. Nonetheless, this was still pretty exciting. To put this in perspective, let's use a quote from Moon's Living Abroad in Nicaragua: "There are 15 species of poisonous snakes in Nicaragua, but your chances of seeing one is extremely rare, unless you're going deep into the bush. In that case, walk softly and carry a big machete" (114).
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Serpiente!
This snake was found already dead, probably killed since it's head was missing, by one of our medical brigade members as we walked to different houses out in the country. It looks like a coral snake, but none of us know for sure, and the Wikipedia entry isn't helping much. Nonetheless, this was still pretty exciting. To put this in perspective, let's use a quote from Moon's Living Abroad in Nicaragua: "There are 15 species of poisonous snakes in Nicaragua, but your chances of seeing one is extremely rare, unless you're going deep into the bush. In that case, walk softly and carry a big machete" (114).
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Red to yellow, kill a fellow,
Red to black, venom lack.
I think that's how the rhyme goes to distinguish between kingsnakes and coral snakes, but then I checked Wikipedia and saw that only applies to North American species.
Dan, thanks for keeping us posted on your progress in Nicaragua. That's an amazing experience that should be documented as much as possible.
Hey John! Thanks for your comment and for following the blog. I appreciate the feedback and will try to keep it up. I just noticed that you've got quite a nice blog.
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