Most venomous snake in the World: Meet the inland taipan
According to National Geographic, Over 3,000 species of snakes live across the globe.
Of all of these species, approximately 600 are venomous, with around 7% being poisonous enough to kill or injure a human being.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, venomous snakes, such as rattlesnakes, copperheads, water moccasins, and coral snakes, can be found in the U.S.
According to Britannica, the inland or western taipan, Oxyuranus microlepidotus, is the most venomous snake in the world.
Despite having the nickname of the "Fierce Snake," the inland taipan is considered as being shy. But like any animal, it will attack if provoked.
Originating in Australia, this snake has the deadliest venom based on median lethal dose, or LD50, which has been tested on mice.
The inland taipan's venom contains a "spreading factor," or hyaluronidase enzyme, which increases the passable of the toxins throughout the bitten person's body.