If you’re lucky enough to find a nest of snake eggs congratulations! You’ve found something truly amazing. But how can you be sure that they are in fact snake eggs? Here are some helpful tips.
First take a close look at the eggs. Are they all the same size and shape? If so they’re probably snake eggs. If they’re different sizes and shapes they might be lizard eggs.
Second look at the color of the eggs. Snake eggs are usually white but they can also be cream tan or even brown. Lizard eggs on the other hand are usually green or blue.
Third feel the eggs. Snake eggs are smooth but lizard eggs are usually rough or bumpy.
Finally look at the location of the eggs. Snake eggs are usually found in hidden places like under rocks or in rotten logs. Lizard eggs are often found in more open places like on bushes or in trees.
If you’re still not sure you can always crack open an egg and take a look at the embryo inside. Snake embryos have a small head and a long coiled body. Lizard embryos have a larger head and a shorter stubbier body.
Now that you know how to identify snake eggs you can enjoy your amazing find!
How can you tell if a snake is venomous?
Answer: You can usually tell if a snake is venomous by its oval-shaped head.
If the head is more triangular in shape it is most likely not venomous.
How can you tell the difference between a snake’s shed skin and its feces?
Answer: Snake skin will often have a duller appearance and be dry to the touch.
Snake feces will be moist and have a more uniform shape.
