imagine walking through the vast desert regions of Australia the heat is blistering and the landscape around you feels untouched almost wild but what many don't realize is that in this inhospitable environment a deadly creature lurks I'm talking about the inland taipan one of the most venomous snakes in the world when we think of dangerous animals fear is almost immediate and this snake is the definition of danger it might not be the largest but it's Venom is the most potent among all reptiles before we dive in make sure to subscribe to the channel and hit the notification Bell so you don't miss any videos and let's journey into the Australian desert to meet this shadowy Predator the inland taipan also known as oxyuris micr lepidotus is a reptile native to the interior of Australia mainly found in remote and Aid regions its name reflects this characteristic as it refers to the isolated and dry habitat it inhabits what's fascinating about this snake is that it was discovered relatively late around 1879 but for decades little was known about it because its habitat is one of the most inaccessible on the planet its body can grow up to 2 m in length with a color that ranges from dark brown to Olive yellow depending on the season yes this snake changes color with the weather in the summer it tends to be lighter to reflect heat while in the winter it takes on darker tones to absorb as much heat as possible possible the Venom of the inland taipan is simply terrifying to give you an idea the amount of Venom injected in a single bite is enough to kill about 100 adult humans or 250,000 mice its venom is a cocktail of neurotoxins and hemotoxins that quickly act on the victim's body causing muscle paralysis blood clotting and irreversible damage to the nervous system what makes this snake even more fascinating is its extreme efficiency when it bites it usually delivers multiple strikes in a matter of seconds as if trying to ensure the prey has no chance of escape the speed at which the Venom AXS is astonishing and if left untreated the victim could collapse in less than an hour speaking of Venom it's remarkable to note that the taipan has almost surgical Precision when injecting this toxin the mechanism behind its bite is highly evolved its fangs are long and Hollow allowing the Venom to be injected deep into the victim's body ensuring it spreads quickly through the bloodstream Additionally the taipan is one of the few snakes that can control the amount of Venom it injects this means that in hunting situations it can conserve venom for other prey injecting only what's necessary to incapacitate its victim. if for some reason you're unfortunate enough to be bitten by an inland taipan the first thing to do is stay calm we know it's easier said than done but it's essential to prevent the Venom from spreading quickly through your body don't try to run or make sudden movements the more you you move the faster the Venom circulates through your bloodstream the next step is to immobilize the bite area preferably with a firm bandage but not too tight this will help slow the spread of Venom also try to keep the bite area below Heart level if possible avoid any attempts to cut the wound or suck out the Venom as these methods are dangerous and ineffective seek medical attention immediately the taipan has one of the most potent Venoms on the planet and time is critical if you in a remote area have someone contact emergency services as quickly as possible fortunately there is an effective antivenom but it must be administered promptly to avoid severe consequences now you might be thinking if it's so dangerous how many attacks on humans have occurred surprisingly very few the reason it lives in extremely isolated locations and is incredibly shy unlike other snakes the Inland type pan avoids human contact as much as possible and prefers to flee rather than attack as a result recorded bites from this species are extremely rare in fact what we know about its lethality comes mainly from laboratory studies with animals but make no mistake this doesn't lessen the severity of a possible encounter It's Curious to think that even though it's one of the most dangerous snakes on the planet the inland taipan Still Remains an enigma to many its shyness combined with the fact that it lives lives in such remote areas means that few have had the luck or Misfortune of Crossing its path for locals and Wildlife experts the taipan is regarded with respect and caution they know that while this snake can be incredibly lethal it doesn't pose an immediate threat if left alone when we talk about the behavior of the inland taipan it's interesting to note that it is a meticulous Hunter its diet consists mainly of small mammals like rats and mice and its hunting method is unique instead of chasing its prey it prefers Ambush tactics silent and patient it hides and waits for the right moment to strike and when it does it's a quick almost imperceptible move to the human eye a fast lethal bite and just like that the dinner is served for the rodents of the Australian desert the taipan is a true nightmare the inland taipan is a silent and extremely efficient Hunter unlike many other snakes which chase their prey over long long distances the taipan prefers the Ambush method it hides in holes or among vegetation patiently waiting for the right moment to strike with its sharp senses the taipan detects the approach of small mammals like rats and mice its primary prey when the prey is close enough the taipan launches in an incredibly fast and precise movement in a matter of seconds it bites multiple times injecting a lethal amount of neurotoxic Venom this Venom Acts almost instantly paralyzing the prey's nervous system and stopping its ability to move the speed of the Venom ensures that the prey has no time to react or Escape after the bites the taipan May release the prey for a few moments waiting for the Venom to take full effect once the prey is completely immobilized the snake returns to consume it safely this method allows the taipan to conserve energy and maximize the efficiency of its hunt even with all this power the future of the inland taipan is uncertain like many species it faces threats such as habitat loss and climate change although it's not directly endangered its territory is shrinking and with that it's hunting opportunities Additionally the species geographic isolation makes it even more vulnerable to changes in the ecosystem however thanks to conservation efforts and research much has been done to ensure that the taipan continues to thrive in the vast regions of the Australian Outback I hope you enjoyed learning a bit more about this silent Predator if you liked it don't forget to leave a like subscribe to the channel and share this video with others who love the wild world thanks for watching and I'll see you in the next video