If you’re scared of snakes, watch this - Andrew Whitworth
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As of 2021, there are 368 species of viper worldwide. The name comes from the term viviparity, which means giving birth to live young. Vipers are often highly venomous, with two hollow, extra long fangs that unfold into imposing weapons when the viper prepares to strike. So, which are the most dangerous? Andrew Whitworth travels around the world to visit some of nature’s most incredible snakes.
Although most vipers lay eggs, do you know of any exceptions? What do you think might be the benefits and the costs might be of laying eggs versus giving birth to live young, and vice-versa?
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Meet The Creators
- Educator Andy Whitworth
- Director Billie Baxter
- Narrator Jack Cutmore-Scott
- Sound Designer Cem Misirlioglu
- Director of Production Gerta Xhelo
- Editorial Director Alex Rosenthal
- Producer Bethany Cutmore-Scott
- Editorial Producer Elizabeth Cox