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SNAKE MYTHS

  • Snakes do not just attack people. If you are about 5m from a snake it will not approach you to attack
  • Snakes do not move around in pairs
  • If a snake is killed, you do not need fear the partner will come for revenge
  • It is unlikely that a person will die from a snakebite within a few minutes
  • Puff Adders do not strike backwards
  • Snake repellents such as oil, Jeyes fluid, plants, garlic etc. Do not work!
  • Keep your gardens uncluttered and clean.