King Snake and Thrasher Confrontation

A king snake near Baja California attempts to prey on young Thrasher chicks. Despite the snake's determination, the adult Thrasher fiercely defends its young, leading to a confrontation. The snake eventually retreats, humorously depicted as skydiving, which could harm its predatory reputation.

What is the king snake trying to reach by climbing the cholla cactus?

• Fruits on the cactus

• Adult Thrasher

• Other snakes

• Young Thrasher chicks

How does the adult Thrasher react to the king snake's approach?

• It calls for help

• It fights back

• It ignores the snake

• It flies away

What is the outcome of the confrontation between the Thrasher and the king snake?

• The snake captures the chicks

• The Thrasher leaves the nest

• The snake retreats

• The Thrasher is defeated

What unusual action does the king snake take after the confrontation?

• It skydives

• It climbs higher

• It attacks again

• It hides in the cactus

What could be a consequence of the snake's retreat?

• It gains more respect

• It finds another prey

• It loses its predatory reputation

• It becomes more aggressive