Here are some things to know if you ever go scuba diving and see a six-foot sea snake storming through the shadows.
First, remain calm. Although sea snakes are not known to be dangerous for recreational divers, they can still inflict severe injuries on the body. This happened to a fisherman who was fishing in Australia's trawlers in 2018.
Second, resisting the urge to fight or flight is your best chance of survival when a marine serpent charges you.
Rick Shine, an Australian herpetologist from Macquarie University, stated that these large sea snakes can swim faster than us so it is impossible to escape. He also said that it is a bad idea to hit the snake. Snakes are likely to be very angry and may become more aggressive if they get the chance.
