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What is constriction in snakes?
Quick Answer
Constriction is a hunting method where a snake coils around prey and squeezes until it can no longer breathe or circulate blood normally.
The Full Story
Constriction is used by many nonvenomous snakes, such as boas and pythons. The snake strikes, secures the prey and wraps coils around the body, tightening each time the prey exhales or struggles. This pressure can rapidly stop circulation and lead to death by cardiovascular collapse rather than simple suffocation. Constriction is an energy-efficient way for snakes to subdue animals much larger than their heads.
Key Facts
1.Boas and pythons are famous constrictors
2.Coils tighten as prey struggles
3.Death is often caused by impaired circulation
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