Venomous Yes Or No?

I think that they're beautiful, but I'd rather look at them either on tv, or with a nice solid tank between us. That's as far as I'll go.

I can't see myself ever getting a venomous animal. The very thought of it makes me cringe. Not because I don't like them, but because I know that no matter how careful I would be, I would be the one to get bitten. :rolleyes: I think some species of Cobras are really beautiful, but I'd never take the chance. Therefore, I voted no.

i am very into them. but my wife isn't into me having them. there are risks assoicated with these type animals which is why not just anyone should have them. but if you mind your handling skills and keep an eye out, you can avoid some danger. your guard must never be down, you husbandy must be really good, and your caging better be top notch. i currently own 2 centipedes that will send you to the hospital and they are way more unpredictive than a snake is.

I love venomous snakes, as I love all snakes, but I don't see the appeal in keeping them as pets. They may be fascinating and beautiful to behold, but I my favorite part of keeping snakes is being able to interact with them, safely.

looks like i'm the minority here. i love gabbys and rhinos. i plan on getting some here in a couple years, but for now just pythons and boas. i used to own a white lipped viper and love that little guy. he was the coolest thing! i know you can't hold them (atleast you SHOULDN'T) i still enjoyed owning him. just a gorgeous snake to have in my room. added to the theme. my room has vines hanging from the ceiling and everything. if you've ever been to a rainforest cafe, it looks just like that. :rolleye2:

Well this thread looks like its going back and forth. Another question that came to mind for all the people that would buy them. What kind would you buy? Personally me I would buy Gabbons and maybe Cobras.

Daniel

I voted no, since I wouldn't want to own one, but I love how beautiful they can be.

If I were to own one, a Gaboon would definitely be the one I'd keep. They are my favorite venomous snake, and they are just huge in girth! I hear they have the longest fangs out of all of the venomous snakes discovered; their fangs can get 2 inches long. Gaboons are beast!:D

I'd love a pair of gaboons and a pair of spectacled cobras. The more I think about it, the more I think I'm going to end up with some someday.

I had a western diamond back rattler for a while and also a copperhead they were cool. really nice colors but now I have a two year old son so venomous are not for me anymore.

Depends on what you mean by venomous. Technically, hognoses are venomous and I've got a couple of those, however they aren't dangerous to people. I don't think I'd want a snake that could kill me or put me in the hospital with a bite though many of them are very beautiful and I could sit around watching them for hours.

On the other hand, I wouldn't mind adding some Gila monsters to the collection one of these days. While venomous, I don't think there have been any deaths attributed to their venom.