Coral snakes are not just known for their vibrant, warning colors—they can also dig! This video shows a coral snake burrowing into the ground, a behavior that helps them create shelter or escape predators. Coral snakes, like many reptiles, dig to hide from extreme weather, lay eggs, or find prey. Fascinatingly, their burrows provide safe havens, and their digging demonstrates their adaptability to various environments. Despite their small size, coral snakes pack a powerful neurotoxic venom. But

The coral snakes are some of our most special venomous snakes in the US! They are elapids and are much more closely related to things like cobras, sea snakes, kraits and taipans than they are to our other native venomous snakes like rattlesnakes and cottonmouths. Being elapids, their venom is primarily neurotoxic and works quickly to target and shut down the nervous systems of their prey. Coral snakes are obligate reptile feeders and eat lizards, skinks, and of course other snakes! Utilizing a s

The Secret Behind the Coral Snake’s Colors!