Sharon McKenzie
Sharon McKenzie answered
Not to humans, no.  All members of the genus Nerodia, which include Banded Water Snakes (Nerodia fasciata) have enlarged, grooved rear teeth and a mild venom (NO snake is "poisonous", actually) secreted by Duvernoy's glands, which are modified saliva glands.  Ditto for their close relatives, the Garter and Ribbon Snakes.  The venom contains a mild … Read more
Sharon McKenzie
Sharon McKenzie answered Anonymous' question
Well, let's take a look at how "dangerous" pythons are, shall we? First of all, most python species DO NOT get large enough to pose any threat to humans whatsoever; the Australian Spotted Python, for instance, averages about 3 slender feet, about the same size as a Corn Snake.  Only a handful of species are … Read more