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

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

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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.

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How does the hognosed snake pretend to be dead?

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What does the hognosed snake do after it feels the danger has passed?

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