Definitions
- Referring to a venomous snake with long, hinged fangs. - Talking about a snake that is typically found in Europe, Asia, and Africa. - Describing a snake that is often associated with danger, aggression, and stealth.
- Referring to a long, legless reptile with scales and no eyelids. - Talking about a type of animal that can be found all over the world. - Describing a creature that can be both venomous and non-venomous.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are types of reptiles.
- 2Both have scales covering their skin.
- 3Both can be venomous or non-venomous.
- 4Both can be found in various habitats, such as forests, deserts, and grasslands.
- 5Both have a long, slender body shape.
What is the difference?
- 1Venom: Vipers are venomous snakes, while snakes can be either venomous or non-venomous.
- 2Fangs: Vipers have long, hinged fangs, while snakes have shorter, fixed fangs or no fangs at all.
- 3Habitat: Vipers are typically found in Europe, Asia, and Africa, while snakes can be found all over the world.
- 4Size: Vipers tend to be smaller than some species of snakes, such as pythons and anacondas.
- 5Aggression: Vipers are often associated with being more aggressive and dangerous than snakes.
Remember this!
Viper and snake are both reptiles with scales and no legs. However, viper is a specific type of venomous snake with long, hinged fangs, while snake is a more general term that can refer to both venomous and non-venomous species. Additionally, vipers are typically smaller and more aggressive than snakes.