It's not only the strike distance that you have to worry about, but also the speed that these snakes can move in short spurts. Many people don't realize just how fast these snakes can move (I'll vouch for our big female - she caught me off guard once and I thought I was dealing with a mamba on steroids). Strike distances will depend on how agitated (or hungry) the snake is. Ambush strikes are short, quick and deliberate. Defensive strikes can be much longer (maybe 1/2 to 3/4 of the snake's body) as they tend to throw themselves at the obstacle.

>>What is the strike range for the animal. Ive heard many estimates but how far could a five foot animal strike?
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Rob Carmichael, Curator
The Wildlife Discovery Center at Elawa Farm
Lake Forest, IL

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