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Twenty snake species are known to live in North Korea and South Korea. Species fall into one of three families: Colubridae, Viperidae and Elapidae. Most snake species endemic to Korea are found throughout the peninsula; however, some are concentrated in smaller regions.
Like most cultures, snakes are typically feared in Korea and associated with danger. The Korean word for snake, sa, has the same pronunciation as the words for death and the number 4. The number 4 is considered to be unlucky, just as the number 13 is thought to be in Western culture. Despite the snake's association with death and bad luck, snake parts are an integral part of local folk medicine. Dreaming about snakes is also considered to be a sign of good luck.
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The majority of snake species in Korea belong to the family Colubridae, a total of 11 species. Common examples include the Asian keelback (Amphiesma vibakari) and the Red-banded snake ( Dinodon rufozonatum ) Another common species is the Manchurian black water snake (Elaphe schrenckii), the largest in Korea, growing up to 70 inches long. Most Colubridae specimens in Korea are nonvenomous, but the Asian tiger keelback (Rhabdophis tigrinus) is a notable exception. In addition to packing venom, the snake also absorbs poison from prey toads to ward of predators.
Six species from the family Viperidae inhabit Korea. Multiple subspecies of the mamushi pit viper (Gloydius blomhoffii) lurk about in Korea. These snakes are the most venomous in Korea and carry a potentially lethal does of hemorrhagic venom. The mamushi vipers are also found in China and Japan. Korea is also inhabited by the common European adder (Vipera berus). The adder's bite is harmful but rarely fatal. The adder is one of the world's most widely distributed snakes, with habitats as far flung as the United Kingdom, the Arctic Circle and the Mediterranean Sea.
Three species of sea snake are known to live in Korea, including the venomous annulated sea snake ( Hydrophis cyanocinctus). The annulated sea snake coloring and markings varies from specimen to specimen. Other examples include the slender-necked sea snake (Hydrophis melanocephalus) and the yellowbelly sea snake (Hydrophis platurus). Sea snakes spend most of their lives in water; their paddle-like tails help propel them through the water.
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Hardcore vegetarian PETA types might crack a smile when they find out that wild boars get some revenge for all that samgyupsal eaten across the peninsula. Wild boars roam the mountain sides (especially in Jeju) and have been coming down to the city centers in recent years in search of food. And anytime an animal that’s as big, strong and fast as these wild swine come into contact with humans, it can have fatal results. In Korea, death by boar is not unheard of and there are usually a few reported cases every year. And unsurprisingly, these attacks are found more often in the cities than you might think. Samgyupsal eaters, your karma awaits!
If you’ve ever watched that video clip of a gang of angry Asian Hornets destroying an entire army of bumble bees, you know how unbelievably gangster they are. Too bad these bad boys also live in Korea. They usually live in big trees, which are often pretty close to grave sites which need weeding and trimming (Korean custom for visiting gravesite). When people get too close to the the hornet’s den, they’re attacked. And every year (particularly around Chuseok), these hornets kick some human ass.
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. These slithering serpents are usually found deep in the mountains, along streams or in forests, usually coiled among rocks. They aren’t the most common animals to see in Korea, but if you do come across one, protect the children! The poisonous snakes found in Korea usually don’t have poison to kill a fully grown human, but it does have enough to kill small children. Don’t worry though, these snakes will give you plenty of warning with all that hissing that resembles mothers-in-law around the world :).
Jellyfish are a nuisance to beach goers around the world, and Korea is no different. In recent years, however, jellyfish blooms have become a problem for Korean coastlines, which has also resulted in the number of reported jellyfish stings. Last year there were 2, 000+ jellyfish stings reported, while also an 8-year old girl was killed from a jellyfish sting. But Korean nerdiness is fighting back. Just last month, Korean researchers developed jellyfish destroying robots, which is designed to do exactly what you think it’s designed to do. And it is works! Korean nerds FTW!
Korea used to be a bit a lot more dangerous with tigers, bears, leopards and wolves. And death by wilderness was much more common than it is in modern day. But if you’re planning on seeing the nature of Korea, just know you should look out for these.
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Keith Kim is a Korean-American who has been living in Korea for almost a decade. Being in a unique position as both a Korean and a non-Korean, he's put all his experience and knowledge for surviving in Korea in Survival Korean . Read it to learn how you can survive in Korea. Follow him on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram.
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. These slithering serpents are usually found deep in the mountains, along streams or in forests, usually coiled among rocks. They aren’t the most common animals to see in Korea, but if you do come across one, protect the children! The poisonous snakes found in Korea usually don’t have poison to kill a fully grown human, but it does have enough to kill small children. Don’t worry though, these snakes will give you plenty of warning with all that hissing that resembles mothers-in-law around the world :).
Jellyfish are a nuisance to beach goers around the world, and Korea is no different. In recent years, however, jellyfish blooms have become a problem for Korean coastlines, which has also resulted in the number of reported jellyfish stings. Last year there were 2, 000+ jellyfish stings reported, while also an 8-year old girl was killed from a jellyfish sting. But Korean nerdiness is fighting back. Just last month, Korean researchers developed jellyfish destroying robots, which is designed to do exactly what you think it’s designed to do. And it is works! Korean nerds FTW!
Korea used to be a bit a lot more dangerous with tigers, bears, leopards and wolves. And death by wilderness was much more common than it is in modern day. But if you’re planning on seeing the nature of Korea, just know you should look out for these.
Epicurean Challenge] Snake Like Creature Writhes, Squirms On Grill
Keith Kim is a Korean-American who has been living in Korea for almost a decade. Being in a unique position as both a Korean and a non-Korean, he's put all his experience and knowledge for surviving in Korea in Survival Korean . Read it to learn how you can survive in Korea. Follow him on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram.
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