Are there any poisonous snakes in Antigua?

There are no snakes in Antigua.

Which Caribbean islands have poisonous snakes?

Vincent blacksnake (Chironius vincenti), Barbour’s tropical racer (Mastigodryas bruesi), and Cook’s tree boa (Corallus cookii). In fact, the only Caribbean islands with venomous snakes are Martinique, Guadeloupe, St. Lucia, and Trinidad.

Are there scorpions in Antigua?

Antigua does not have many dangerous pests. Some scorpions, no snakes some large centipedes but you are lucky to find them, they would rather not party with you!

Are there any poisonous spiders in Antigua?

As every where in the world Antigua has its fair share of spiders. In Antigua the largest ones are called horse spiders. They can be as large as the palm of your hand but are very rarely seen, not poisonous and are more scared of you then you are of them.

Are there any sharks in Antigua?

When Scuba Diving in Antigua, it is quite likely you’ll encounter sharks, particularly reef and nurse sharks. It is not uncommon to see three to four sharks on a single dive.

Are there snakes in Antigua?

There are no snakes in Antigua.

Which Caribbean islands have no snakes?

There are some tropical islands without snakes. Cape Verde is a group of islands similar to Caribbean countries, but off the coast of Africa instead. These islands, too, were formed by volcanic eruptions underwater. Because of their distance from the African mainland, they’ve never been colonized by snakes.

Are there frogs in Antigua?

Frogs (Anura)
Present on both main islands. Least Concern.

Do tarantulas live in Antigua?

I can’t promise you won’t see a tarantula (or horse spider as they are called in Antigua). However it is very unlikely. I see many more spiders in my house in England than insects/spiders in Antigua.

Are there monkeys in Antigua?

There have been several sightings of monkeys on Antigua throughout the years but they’ve never been a welcome sight – at least to those who know the threat they pose to the economy.

Are there great white sharks in Antigua?

One of them may be silly like “there are loads of sharks, but they are all walking around on two legs in St. Johns.” The answer could be more serious like… “Yes, but there has never been a shark attack in Antigua’s recorded history.”

Are there mongoose in Antigua?

The once-forested island nation of Antigua and Barbuda in the Eastern Caribbean looks starkly different today.By the 1990s, however, most of Antigua’s offshore islands were occupied by rats, and mongooses had reached the larger islands, further depleting their native flora and fauna.

Are there jelly fish in Antigua?

Stinging jellyfish do make an appearance at times in Barbuda’s Codrington Lagoon and along Antigua’s west coast. Jellyfish Squish, sold locally in big supermarkets, quickly takes out the sting.

Is there Dengue fever in Antigua?

There is a risk of dengue in this country. All travellers should avoid mosquito bites particularly between dawn and dusk. There is currently no medication or vaccination available for travellers to prevent dengue.

Can you swim with dolphins in Antigua?

Enchanting ‘Stingray City‘ Antigua, fringed and protected by its own reef is where the delightfully calm, crystal-clear waters make possible an actual swim with the rays. The unbeatable scenery and pristine coral reef encircling the area enhance this amazing experience, second to none in the world.

Are there iguanas in Antigua?

The Lesser Antillean iguana can be found on the islands of Anguilla, St Eustatius, St Barths, Martinique, Guadeloupe and Dominica. Sadly, its population has declined by over 70% and the species is now endangered. It has actually become extinct on St Martin, Antigua and Barbuda, and Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Is Antiguan racer poisonous?

The Antiguan racer is harmless to humans and has a gentle temperament.

Is tap water safe in Antigua?

The tap water on the island is relatively safe and if often used for ice cubes.It is therefore best to drink bottled mineral or purified water to guard against unnecessary illness while on vacation.

Is it safe to leave the resort in Antigua?

Antigua is very safe. It’s not one of those islands where they tell us not to go outside the resort.

Which Caribbean island has the most snakes?

Forty-seven species of snake have been recorded in Trinidad and Tobago, making the snake population of this area the most diverse in the Caribbean.

Where in the world has no snakes?

Similarly, the northernmost bits of Russia, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Canada, and the US have no native snakes, and the southernmost tip of South America is serpent-less as well. That makes Alaska one of two states to be snake-free, the other being Hawaii.