Ordinary copper - a snake or a legless lizard, poisonous, dangerous or not: a brief description. What is the difference between snakes from lizards, a copper from a copper, spindle with a breakdown? How to maintain and how to feed a copper woman at home? What will happen if a copper bite?

In this article, we will consider whether the copper and its differences with other snakes are dangerous.

Reptiles, especially snakes that live next to a person’s housing, have always caused fear. And the copper woman has completely gathered many dangerous stories and legends around her from ancient times. Moreover, a red -eyed snake or a legless lizard was united with evil spirits. This article will be provided with material, who is actually such a reptile. Is it worth it to be afraid and how to protect herself from her attack if circumstances require this.

Ordinary copper - a snake or a legless lizard: a brief description

An ordinary copper has a “sister” by name. In nature, there is another reptile with a similar root of the “name” - a copper or a spindle brittle. Therefore, you should immediately understand this issue in order to dispel all myths and rumors about such animals.

IMPORTANT: A copper is a snake! It belongs to the class of reptiles and the family of the already -shaped, but the appearance of it is non -navigable snakes. But copper - this is already a false lizardthat belongs to a completely different class - reptiles, from the family spindle. Therefore, do not confuse these two different animals! And you should not call one name a snake and a lizard.

• An ordinary copper is a small snake, which is often taken as a viper. But they note its great strength and fortress. The maximum length of the copper is 60-70 cm. At the same time, the body covers 4-6 times more than the tail. More precisely, a copper is distinguished by a short tail.
• The viper is compared, since the copper has smooth spinal scales of dark color in the form of rhombuses or hexagons. What is very similar to the "zigzag" of vipers.
• Their color is also often almost identical. But there is the main difference between the copper and all other species, and for which she received her “name” - this is a copper tide. A special place is a belly and around the head. It is in this area that any color of the snake will shimmer with the color of copper.
• The color of the copper can be from paradoxical gray to a brown-brown-red color. Moreover, they can have a light tone of gray color or such a rich shade that it will become like black flavor.
• A distinctive feature of copper women is always darker than a male. A pattern is also noted when the snake becomes several tones darker during molting.

• The abdomen can also have various colors-from gray to red-brown, which is often with a copper tint. But there are even representatives with a steel color of the belly.
• Copaling can be completely plain. Sometimes there are snakes with brown or black interspersed throughout the body. Blurry spots or clear lines in the middle may occur.

Important: The rainbow shell of the eye of a copper - yellow or red! It all depends on the type and place of habitat, but there are no other colors.

• Another small recommendation of how to determine the gender and age of a copper - look at the intensity of color. If there are more red notes in its color, then you have a male, but the female individual has more calm brown tones.
• With age, the brightness of the color and clarity of the pattern are washed off and lost. Therefore, if you have a copper with a bright color, then it has a small age.

The common copper - is poisonous or not?

They made a little reservation on a similar topic when they remembered the appearance of a copper. But this question has a certain catch - this is a poisonous snake, but not for humans.

• The fact is that she has poisonous teeth. But they are in the very depths of the mouth, especially, the size of the mouth of a copper woman is very small. Therefore, she will not cause harm to a person. But then, swallowing prey, she can easily kill her.
• It is also worth noting that for an attack, she uses the secretions of the grabbed glands. They have an extremely unpleasant odor.
• To protect or attack, it often uses toxic saliva for paralysis. After all, its size is not so large as to strangle her victim. Therefore, before the meal, it paralyzes it.

• But we must not forget that this toxin and poison itself are produced in small quantities. Therefore, a copper woman does not harm a large animal or, especially, to a person.
• All rumors about her toxicity take roots from the resemblance to the viper.
• Also, people have long been scared by her red eyes. There is even such a version: if a “copper snake” bites, then a person will die before sunset.
• Many attack Medianka, taking her as a viper.

Important: a copper is taken under the protection of the law, since mass extermination led to a decrease in the genus. This is a small look! In some countries, it is listed in the Red Book.

What does a lean lizard, a snake, ordinary, yellow, red copper, a copper, a spindle are broken, already, a viper, a yellow -pussy, a run: photo

We present to your attention a photo of these animals. It is visually easier to find similarities or the difference between the data of the "beauties". After all, they are often confused among themselves. But they all have their own characteristics, which helps to determine who is who.

Important: a copper has a distinctive feature that distinguishes it among all. She has a thin black strip or line from her eyes, through her eyes. Also on the back of the head you can consider two merged brown spots. And not a single reptile can play like a copper tint, especially in the sun.

A legless lizard, a snake, ordinary, yellow, red copperitsa, a copper, a spindle brittle, already, viper, yellow -bearing, run: what is their difference and similarity, what color, to which class do they belong?

All these animals are united by only one thing - they all belong to one class of reptiles or reptiles. Also, the absence of paws can be attributed to the similarity, which is not at all typical for lizards and creates some confusion. The color of some species also misleads.

• Spindle brittle or coppertogether with yellow -pussy or deaf - These are lizards that belong to one family of spindlers. They have no paws. They differ from the copper with their color and shape. The copper woman has an almost bronze color, and the capercaillie-olive-brown color.
  • The yellow -bearing visually different from the copper, but the copper man is misleading a little. But it is much brighter and she has a clearer pattern on her back. By the way, it is a little reminiscent of a gold or bronze chain that came to life in her hands.
• To highlight torLook at his "ears". They are usually yellow, but can be white or orange color. The color of the uns can be from gray and brown to black tone.
• Powderit can be a gray or brown shade, with brown notes. Their distinctive feature is the longitudinal stripes of a darker shade. As a rule, there are four of them.

IMPORTANT: Oh, Powder and copper belong to one family - Already figurative. They have some similar features, but visually different from each other. Viper it belongs to the family Vipyukov. Its color is often gray, brown or reddish with a deceptive copper tint!

How to distinguish a medical tank from a viper?

• Eyes - This is an important difference between these families. The viper has a vertical pupil, and the copper has round!
• Look at tail shape - At the viper he is short, thickened and stupid. Already figurative reptiles have a narrower, relatively long and sharp tail. The tip of the viper itself is painted in a different color - yellow, orange or red.
• At the viper head It is separated from the body and has a triangular shape, something resembles a spear. In a copper, she acts as a continuation of the body.
• If the color can be confused, then herself scales - No. In vipers, each scales have a certain elevation in the center, which seems to divide it in half. That is, present kiy. The copper does not have this!
• Also, the viper on the back happens the zigzag dark stripBut not all forms are present. Therefore, this is not the most reliable way of difference.

• The viper has poisonous front teeth. The copper does not have them. Her front teeth are not so developed, and therefore are not striking.

Important: do not try to touch even a dead snake. Especially if a viper lies on the grounds. In no case can you check her teeth. This is not the most important sign to recognize Viper and Medianka. The danger lies in the fact that even the dead poisonous snake remains on the teeth!

Snake Medyanka - Varieties: Brief description, photo for children

Varieties of the coppers are not fully studied. Constantly open new subspecies. But the science of everyone refers to one species - ordinary copper. They are separated mainly by different coloring.

In Russia, a gray or brown copper is more common. There are red or even pinkish coppers. And in some places there is generally a black copper. But their most important feature is a copper tint of the back and abdomen.

Snake Medyanka: vigorous or not?

This type of serpent refers to live animal. But it is also impossible to completely call them such either. The cubs remain in the womb by almost completely ripening, but are born in the egg. More precisely in his film. This egg is very thin, so the cub will soon break it. Therefore, it is more correct to call their reproduction - egg -power.

Where does a copper woman live in Belarus, Russia, in the Urals, Crimea, Tatarstan, how much does it live?

Such a snake lives about 10-15 years. It all depends on living conditions. In captivity, they can live much longer, because the threat of an attack by natural enemies disappears. They often become the prey of wild boars, rats or martens, as well as some birds and hedgehogs. A grass frog can attack young individuals.

• The copper loves heat, therefore he is looking for sunny places. She knows how to swim, but avoids swampy and raw places, as well as those near reservoirs.
• It can be found in almost all deciduous forests. The secret is that she is hiding behind the leaves, but in meadows or steppes can stumble upon her enemy. Therefore, a copper avoids them. You can find a copper in the coniferous forest.
• Such a snake lives both in Belarus and Tatarstan, and also covers all European countries. In Russia, it reaches the border of Siberia and Lake Onega. In general, she chooses the south side of the European regions.

• If we talk about the subalpine zone, then the copper can rise 3000 meters above sea level.
• The peak of their activity falls in the morning and evening. It is rare at night, but such cases were registered.
• These snakes can attack their relatives. Therefore, only one snake gets along on one territory. Medsans lead a single lifestyle. Such a “site” of one snake does not exceed more than 1 ha.

What is the copper in nature: Description for children

It is worth noting that the copper women are very slow, so they attack vacationing prey or use ambushes. For these purposes, they are armed with grass or foliage.

• The basis of their diet is lizards. Often, even between them, a battle may play. By the way, a copper can defeat the representative more than its size. If the lizard grabbed the snake very tenaciously, then the copper can tear it up with her skin.
• They love all kinds of lizards - this is 60% of their diet. But more often they go to the spindles and jumping lizards.
• The copper has very well developed muscles. Stronger than that of vipers or terrible. Therefore, she wrappers the victim with several rings that are able to hold tenaciously even, for example, a small paw.

• The diet is also replenished with rodents, especially fields and mice. Its menu also includes shrews, sparrows and some types of other snakes. Basically, she chooses cubs. This diet covers approximately 5% of the entire meal.
• The rest falls to the share of insects and frogs (snakes are especially fond of them).
• By the way, cases of cannibalism were also noted among the copper women. And a copper woman can often attack the whole nest of some animal and destroy all the offspring.

How is the respiratory system in a copper: description

Despite such a peculiar shape, the internal organs of a copper and other snakes are present. But there is a certain feature that is inherent in the entire class.

• In a copper and other species, the left lung is reduced. This is due to the fact that the shape of the snake is narrow and oblong, and you have to crawl on the ground. In order for the opportunity to wriggle without compressing the organs, nature reduced one easy by almost 85%. It practically does not play any important role.
• But the right lung stretched about a third of the length of the whole body. All responsibility for breathing is assigned to him.
• Also, they have a tracheal light. It has a bag -shaped shape and is a continuation of the trachea. Its location is on the upper side of the rear trachea. In its composition, fabrics are reminiscent of a sponge, because it has many small cells in which gas exchange occurs.

Important: a tracheal light snake is used in situations, for example, when the right lung is compressed by a swallowed large animal. That is, its use is compensatory.

• The copper and other snakes have another uniqueness - they can breathe during a meal. They swallow their prey. Therefore, so that oxygen does not overlap, this trachea is slightly assigned to the side. And this allows you to breathe during meals.
• Just like the other snake -shaped ones, the copper with a charm is a language. It is with its help that they catch smells.

What is the danger of a snake copper for a person?

In principle, a copper does not carry a serious danger to a person. It was already mentioned that her poisonous teeth are deep in the mouth. Therefore, in order for it to bit you, you will need to put your finger deep into the throat. Such cases have not yet been observed.

• But, like any reptile or even just a wild animal, it can cause an infection. Especially if there is a process to the blood. This happens, although relatively rare. In situations where the place of attack was a hand or fingers.
• Do not forget that the copper does not brush his teeth, but can eat with poisonous relatives. On the teeth there may be an infection of another animal or just a decaying piece of food. In general, there is no talk of sterility. Therefore, the wound needs to be treated without fail.
• Persons with weak immunity will suffer. After all, any infection can develop into a serious ailment.

• Allergies also fall into the risk zone! The reaction may not be limited to just rash, itching or redness. Do not forget that allergies can capture the respiratory system. And the person will simply suffocate from the fact that the swollen throat will block oxygen.
• Small children can be borrowed easier and stronger. And their curiosity often causes such. Plus, young children do not have persistent immunity to resist most dangerous diseases.
• Elderly people can also suffer from a bite of a copper. Any reptile attack affects the work of the heart and the level of pressure. In the elderly in this area, changes are often observed.
• The condition may worsen, as after any bite of a wild animal. The place of the bite will hurt and cause discomfort. But, if there is no allergy, infection and complications, then there is no danger.

What will happen if a copper bite?

There will be nothing. The place of the bite will hurt, swell and blush a little. Perhaps a slight deterioration in general well -being. But deaths were not registered, as, in principle, and serious consequences after the bite of the copper. For example, after a bite of the bee, allergic reactions are more dangerous. By the way, even the suction of the poison in a copper woman is very problematic, so the poison or a bite of reptile does not carry any threat to a person!

Median bite: a person’s symptoms, first aid

Keep in mind that even an adult can bite a copper for the lower part of the leg. Therefore, try not to walk in open shoes where a copper can live. Let's look at her symptoms.

• If the copper was bitten, for example, by the fingers or brush, then traces of two codes (two of them) will be clearly visible. It will be problematic to bite her a larger part of her body.
• The place of the bite will hurt a lot, which is quite natural and normal.
• The sore area is swollen and there will be a slight redness around the prosecutors. Again, this is a natural reaction of the body to injury.
• Not always, but an increase in body temperature can be observed. Take into account your weight, because toxic saliva of a copper acts depending on the volume of muscle mass.

• Thirst and increased sweating are another symptom from the bite of reptile.
• Pupils react weakly to the light.
• A snake bite of any kind leads to an increase in blood pressure and always increases the heartbeat.
• In difficult situations, complications are observed: suffocation, swelling, strong deviation from the noma in the work of the heart, and a strong leap in pressure is possible.

Important: the above symptoms are a normal reaction of the body. A copper is a wild animal, so her bite will cause discomfort to a person. All these symptoms will quickly pass if you take all the necessary measures, and you are not part of the risk zone. But, if inflammation or suppuration around the wound is observed, a strong temperature raising or any of the allergic and complicated reactions, then the victim must immediately be delivered to a medical institution!

First aid for bite Medyanka

• The wound needs to be washed with running and clean water. In extreme cases, you can use at least antiseptic napkins.
• Be sure to treat the wound with an alcohol -containing antiseptic. This must be done within half an hour to prevent the spread of infection or the development of "bad" microbes and bacteria.
• A cold compress must be applied to the place of the bite. You can just use a bottle of cold water or a napkin moistened in a cool liquid.
• In no case do not drink alcohol to neutralize the poison! This is a myth and just complete nonsense. Under the influence of alcohol, blood is thinned, and the poison is only tolerated faster.

• If you have at hand, the patient needs to give an analgesic. Allergies must drink an antihistamine.
• The patient should take a horizontally position, relax and relax a bit. You also need to provide the victim with plentiful warm drink!
• With a deterioration in the condition or with the manifestation of strong allergic reactions, the patient is taken to the hospital!

Important: it is strictly prohibited to cauterize or cut the bite. All this will only lead to additional infection! It is useless to suck the poison of a copper, because it simply will not be there.

How to maintain and how to feed a copper woman at home?

To contain such a snake at home, you need to create conditions as close as possible to natural conditions.

• A copper should live in a terrarium, which will be quite spacious. Be sure to take care of artificial lighting.
• Make sure that the temperature does not fall below 22 ° C, and in cold weather it was not less than 15 ° C.
• Pour the earth and sand into her “house”, and lay out the foliage, branches and several pieces of trees bark on top.
• Do not forget to monitor the humidity, spraying periodically into housing with a spray gun.
• We have already talked about nutrition a little higher. Therefore, it is worth taking care of the reserves of lizards and uns.
• By the way, the copper woman herself will hunt, but first it is worth feeding from tweezers. You can give a frozen product.

How do coppers jump high?

Another myth that "walks" around the copper. They do not jump, because they do not know how to do this! They do not have so developed muscles. Yes, she can take lunges, but no more. This is a natural protective reaction. If she does not slow down and disturb her nest, then the first copper will never attack in her life.

In case of danger, it usually goes to the side and curls with a ball, hiding the head. It can hiss and take attacks, but not jump on a person. By the way, sharpness is her horse.

What are the snakes of copper women afraid: how to get rid of a copper at a summer cottage?

The first rule from the copper women, as well as from other snakes, is a noise. Therefore, install a rustling film, bells or plastic bottles on your site. The main thing is that they are low near the earth. Then the snake will hear this noise. Also follow your territory. Remove any warehouses of leaves and garbage. Then she will not have the opportunity to create her nest on your site.

• Also lay the sheep rope around the entire perimeter. You can even just use animal hair or old woolen threads.
• The copper women do not like the smell of burnt rubber, so you can also get rid of old things. Selitra is another substance that they do not like.
• The copper does not tolerate the smell of kerosene, but he can also become unpleasant for a person. Therefore, plant garlic on the territory or sprinkle mustard everywhere.

Ordinary copper - reproduction, what does the cub cub look like?

We repeat that this is a lively snake, the cubs of which are born in an egg -shaped shell. Their marriage period begins in the spring, and the general activity lasts six months. During this time, she must leave offspring and calmly go to the winter in September-October.

Important: they have a certain unique ability - to preserve sperm in special adhesions. If mating happened in the fall, then the pregnancy will “wait” until spring.

• During mating, the male holds the female with his jaw by the throat, while wrapping himself around her body. After the “marriage” process, the male leaves the future mother.
• Eggs are already born fully developed. Therefore, the cubs quickly break this shell.
• From 2 to 15 cubs can be born. These are full -fledged small snakes that have a length of up to 17 cm and the same color, only with a brighter shade and pattern.

• From birth, they are independent and leave the mother's nest. They begin to hunt insects. Then they switch to small lizards, then to rodents.
• At three years, they are no longer ready for sexual maturation.

The sprinkle of spindle, copper women, copperitsa - is mobile eyelids, constant temperature, does the tail discard?

We will disassemble again in order. Once again, we repeat that the spindle is brittle or a copper woman is a lizard. But a copper is a snake. Therefore, you have completely different representatives who have different indicators.

• The copper has no century, as it were, but they have a copper woman. And yes, they are mobile. But we are talking about ordinary copper, so we will not confuse different views among themselves.
• The copper still has a little modified eyelids. They are just transparent and fused. Therefore, all types of snakes simply do not know how to blink, so that there is nothing. Meds and other representatives even sleep with open eyes.
• This film covers the eyes constantly, protecting them from external factors. By the way, in front of the molting, this film begins to slowly refer, so the eyes seem muddy and even with a certain bluish tint.

• Body temperature of a copper and a copper fighting. They belong to cold -blooded animals. And their body temperature depends on the air temperature. As a rule, it is 1-2 ° C higher or equal to it.
• The tail of a copper does not disappear. This is the prerogative of lizards. If you grab the snake by the tail, then it will get out to bite you.

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