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With wide variety of behavior to choose from, Mr. Hognose Snake seems brighter than the ophidian norm. Has anyone ever designed intelligence tests for snakes?

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Next we'll have trained snake circuses...

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What a cute snake. And popping inflated toads, that's just wild.

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As an adolescent, I kept a hognose snake in a box under my bed. I agree it was very cute, but our maid refused to enter my room, so opinions seem to vary.

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People are funny that way...

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"Hognose snakes are such fascinating little creatures! Their 'popping' tooth and dramatic defense tactics, from mimicking a cobra to playing dead, make them stand out in the reptile world. It’s incredible how evolution has shaped them to handle tricky prey like toads. If you're into learning more about unique snakes like these, check out https://snakesworld.info/" for tons of interesting facts and guides on all kinds of snakes!

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