Steer Clear: The Top 15 Deadliest Snakes in the Wild

Inland Taipan (Oxyuranus microlepidotus): Also known as the "fierce snake," it has the most toxic venom of any snake

Eastern Brown Snake (Pseudonaja textilis): Found in Australia, it's responsible for many snakebite deaths due to its potent venom

Coastal Taipan (Oxyuranus scutellatus): Another highly venomous snake from Australia

Black Mamba (Dendroaspis polylepis): Native to Africa, it's one of the fastest and deadliest snakes

Tiger Snake (Notechis scutatus): Found in Australia, its venom can cause paralysis and death if untreated

Russell's Viper (Daboia russelii): Found in Asia, it's responsible for many snakebite deaths due to its potent venom

Puff Adder (Bitis arietans): Found in Africa and the Middle East, it's responsible for many snakebite deaths due to its potent venom

Inland Taipan (Oxyuranus microlepidotus): Also known as the "fierce snake," it has the most toxic venom of any snake

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