Lines & Matter · Field guide
Snakes
Snakes hunt without limbs, swallow their meals whole, and use chemical clues to find what is nearby. Some search actively; others wait in ambush. From deserts to oceans, these predators have evolved very different ways to make a living.
A question to exploreWhat changes when a hunter waits for prey instead of chasing it?
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About poison, venom & responsible observation
Poisonous organisms can cause harm when toxins are swallowed or absorbed. Venomous organisms deliver toxins through a bite, sting, or other wound. A species can be both. An absent annotation never means safe to handle or eat.
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