Watch: Snake's Defensive Display Will Leave You Both Mesmerised And Terrified

A video which showcases a hognose snake's defensive display technique will leave you in awe.

There are very few predators that are feared and hated as much as snakes are. However, their unique and amazing abilities often makes them fascinating creatures. There are over 3,000 different species of snakes and they can survive in a wide range of habitats throughout the world. To endure the myriad landscapes, these carnivorous reptiles are equipped with senses similar to humans. Snakes are also masters of disguise, skilled hunters, and champion eaters. One such video showcasing a hognose snake's defensive display technique will leave you in awe.

In a video uploaded on Reddit thread r/Damnthatsintetesting, a man holds a hognose snake in the palm of his hand as the reptile moves its body in a circular motion. The movement of the snake is rather mesmersing to watch. The snake also inflates its body with air, and flattens its head to confuse the predator. After a while, the snake, who feels threatened, opens its mouth wide and expels the air in a long hiss. Thankfully, most varieties of hognose snakes are considered harmless to humans and are generally referred to as non-venomous.

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