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Meet the king snake that hunts and eats venomous snakes

timesofindia.indiatimes.com · 8dShare

Kingsnakes are non-venomous constrictors famous for hunting venomous snakes. These adaptable hunters also consume lizards, rodents, birds, and amphibians. Kingsnakes possess a natural resistance to pit viper venom, aiding their survival. They inhabit diverse North American environments from coast to coast. These reptiles play a vital role in controlling rodent and snake populations.

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