An unusual and horrific natural event was recorded recently, shocking wildlife watchers. snake dogs (Spilotes pullatus) was caught preying on an entire family of marsupials, devouring them alive.
Caninana devoured a family of cuícas. – Photo: Internet//NDThe video, which was shared on social media, shows a dog relentlessly attacking a family of marsupials, marsupials native to South America. Snake biologist Henrique.
The impressive video shows the snake in a tree, where the cuícas family was taking shelter. Without hesitation, the snake grabs the marsupials, one by one, and devours them alive, swallowing them whole.
The horrific images show the possums’ desperate struggle as they try to escape, but are quickly subdued by the snake’s strength and agility.
The biologist then explains that the canina is a non-venomous snake that typically uses constriction to immobilize its prey. However, the video reveals unusual predatory behaviour, as the snake chooses to eat its prey alive.
Although known for its ability to swallow prey whole, this approach of preying on marsupials while they are alive is surprising.
Characteristics of dogs
Canine snake, scientifically known as Spilotes pullatusis a non-venomous snake found in several regions of Central and South America, including parts of Brazil, such as the Pantanal region.
They are known for their striking appearance and efficient predatory behavior.
Physical Description: Dog snakes are medium to large sized snakes, up to 2.5 meters in length, although larger specimens have been recorded.
Its body is long, slender and cylindrical, and its head is clearly separated from the body. Color varies, but the species generally displays a mixture of colors that include shades of green, yellow, brown and black.
A striking feature is a diamond-shaped pattern along the back, which can vary in appearance.
Behavior and Habitat: Kanina are arboreal snakes, meaning they are often found in trees and shrubs, and are known for their agility and speed, especially when hunting for prey among dense vegetation.
As mentioned earlier, it is not venomous, but it is an effective predator. It feeds on a variety of prey, including birds, small mammals, amphibians, and other reptiles.
While hunting, the canine uses its strength to immobilize its prey and often swallows it whole, even if the prey is alive.
Reproduction: Dogs reproduce are oviparous, meaning they lay eggs. Females lay their eggs in nests in protected places, such as tree hollows or piles of decaying leaves. When they are born, the young are independent and must take care of themselves on their own. Because they do not receive parental care.
Geographical distribution: Canina is found in various parts of Central and South America, including Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Paraguay, and areas of Brazil such as the Pantanal.
maintain: The canina is not currently listed as an endangered species, although it may face conservation challenges due to habitat loss and environmental degradation.
As top predators, these snakes play an important role in regulating the numbers of their prey and maintaining ecological balance in their natural habitats.
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