Secrets of the Serpent: The Fascinating World of Snakes

Snakes are diverse reptiles found on every continent except Antarctica. They evolved over 100 million years ago and are strictly carnivorous, preying on a wide range of animals. Snakes can be venomous or constricting, using different methods to capture and consume their prey. They exhibit various forms of locomotion, including undulation, sidewinding, and rectilinear motion, allowing them to move efficiently in different environments.

Which continents do not have native snake populations?

• South America

• Australia

• Antarctica

• Africa

What is the primary diet of snakes?

• Herbivorous

• Insectivorous

• Omnivorous

• Carnivorous

How do venomous snakes typically subdue their prey?

• By using their tail

• By swallowing them whole

• By constricting them

• By delivering a sustained bite

What allows snakes to move without limbs?

• Their sharp teeth

• Their numerous vertebrae

• Their long tails

• Their flexible skin

Which type of snake movement is characterized by a rolling motion?

• Sidewinding

• Concertina

• Bilateral undulation

• Rectilinear

What is concertina locomotion used for?

• Moving quickly on flat surfaces

• Climbing trees

• Gliding through the air

• Moving through narrow spaces

How do some Southeast Asian snakes move through the air?

• By spreading their ribs and gliding

• By using their tongues as propellers

• By jumping from high places

• By flapping their tails