The Scientist : NewsBlog Print: Snakes trick prey for easy meal
The Scientist: NewsBlog:
Snakes trick prey for easy meal
Posted by Jef Akst
[Entry posted at 26th June 2009 03:30 PM GMT]

Water snakes trick their fish prey into swimming directly into their waiting jaws, according to a study published in PNAS last week (June 19). With a subtle body movement, the ...

 

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