This Snake Flattens Itself to Hide From Danger
Spotted wood snakes are nocturnal creatures that try to remain hidden and out of sight. When disturbed, they flatten themselves low to the earth.
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This is a small semi-fossorial snake, meaning it's suited for life under leaf litter.
When disturbed, they flatten themselves low to the earth.
As nocturnal creatures, they try to remain hidden and out of sight.
These small docile snakes, present no threat and prefer their distance from humans.
