On hearing the name of snakes, many people stand up, because snakes are usually considered to be a dangerous creature crawling on the ground. But do you know that there are some snakes that fly in the air, not on the ground? Yes! These flying snakes are such a charisma of nature that also surprise science. These snakes do not fly with wings, but by spreading their body in a special way and shaking, they slip into the air from tree to tree.
This art of flying helps them to hunt in the forest, avoid enemies and go quickly to another. The special thing is that they are not dangerous for humans, but help in keeping the forest environment clean. Let’s know about them in detail.
How do snakes fly,
These snakes cannot fly with wings like birds. They climb high trees and then jump from one branch to another and slip into the air. During this time they widen their stomach so that they stay in the air.
Where do you meet snakes flying,
These special types of snakes are found in the forests of South-East Asia, India and Philippines. Their name is Paradise Tree Snake. They live on high trees in deep forests.
Expert in climbing trees
These snakes can climb the tree very fast. Whether to catch hunting or avoid the enemy, they leap from the tree and reach another tree. While jumping, they bend their body in ‘J’ shape.
Waving in the air
While gliding, these snakes make their body flattened from the stomach. Then they wave their body right and left. By doing this, they are able to go far and can change the direction in the air.
Why do gliding,
These snakes glide so that they can easily rotate on trees. If they want to catch hunting or avoid any danger, then they jump in the air directly instead of getting down. This saves both time and strength.
No threat to humans
These snakes are mild poisonous but are not at all dangerous for humans. These eat small insects and rats, which keep the forests clean and spread less diseases.
Unique art of nature
Snake flying from trees is a unique gift of nature. This shows how animals change themselves according to their needs. Next time when you go to the forest, keep an eye on the branches of the tree above – perhaps a snake will see slipping in the air.
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