Snake Fakes Death With Oscar-Worthy Performance: SNAPPED IN THE WILD

The video discusses the hognosed snake found in Texas, highlighting its unique features such as an upturned snout and small body. Known for its defense mechanisms, the snake hisses and flattens its head to deter predators. If this fails, it dramatically plays dead, earning it nicknames like Blowing Adder and Flathead. This behavior is effective in avoiding threats, allowing the snake to resume its normal activities once danger has passed.

What is a distinctive feature of the hognosed snake?

• It has bright colored scales.

• It has an upturned snout.

• It has a long slender body.

• It has a forked tongue.

What is the primary defense mechanism of the hognosed snake?

• It digs underground.

• It changes color.

• It releases a foul smell.

• It flattens its head and hisses.

What are some nicknames given to the hognosed snake due to its behavior?

• Cobra and Python

• Rattler and Viper

• Boa and Anaconda

• Blowing Adder and Flathead

What does the hognosed snake do if its hissing doesn't deter predators?

• It swims away.

• It plays dead.

• It digs a hole.

• It climbs a tree.

How does the hognosed snake behave when pretending to be dead?

• It remains completely still.

• It thrashes about dramatically.

• It emits a strong odor.

• It makes loud noises.