Grass Snake (Natix natrix). Feigning death. Protective behaviour shown by individuals upon molestation by predators or humans.

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Grass Snake (Natix natrix). Feigning death. Protective behaviour shown by some individuals upon molestation by predators or handled by humans.

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Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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