Snake Hunting Strategies and Facts

Troy and Tes embark on a snake hunting expedition in the Everglades, employing strategies to locate snakes near water sources. They encounter a softshell turtle and discuss its ecological role. A false alarm with a black racer snake adds excitement. They explore debris as potential snake habitats, capturing a valuable snake. The day concludes with reflections on their hunting success and strategies.

What is the main strategy Troy and Tes use to find snakes in the Everglades?

• Hunting at night

• Searching in dry areas

• Using bait to attract snakes

• Focusing on areas with water

What is the primary diet of the Florida softshell turtle?

• Plants and algae

• Snails and small fish

• Insects and worms

• Fruits and berries

Why did Troy and Tes decide to leave the softshell turtle alone?

• It was too small to catch

• It was full of eggs

• They were not interested in turtles

• It was a protected species

What type of snake did Tes initially mistake for a dangerous one?

• Python

• Copperhead

• Black racer

• Rattlesnake

What humorous suggestion did Troy make about the snake hotel?

• To build a fence around it

• To set up a camera

• To light it on fire

• To call a snake charmer

What did Troy and Tes find that indicated the presence of a large snake?

• A large snake trail

• A shed snake skin

• A snake nest

• Snake eggs

What was the size of the snake that Troy and Tes captured?

• Ten feet

• Seven feet

• Five feet

• Twelve feet

What was the potential value of the snake they captured?

• $700

• $600

• $500

• $800

What did Troy and Tes plan to do after capturing the snake?

• Take a break

• Continue hunting

• Return home

• Call for backup

What did Troy and Tes hope to find in the snake they captured?

• A large meal

• A rare species

• Eggs

• A tracking device