Rinkhals snake: South Africa’s cobra-looking reptile that spits venom, plays dead, and tricks predators
Rinkhals snakes, native to South Africa, are known for their cobra-like hood and remarkable survival strategies. They defend themselves by spitting venom with precision and feigning death when threatened. These snakes inhabit grasslands, fynbos, and suburban areas, preying on frogs, toads, and small rodents. Their combination of mimicry, venomous defense, and cunning deception makes them a fascinating species.
Rinkhals snakes, native to South Africa, are known for their cobra-like hood and remarkable survival strategies. They defend themselves by spitting venom with precision and feigning death when threatened. These snakes inhabit grasslands, fynbos, and suburban areas, preying on frogs, toads, and small rodents. Their combination of mimicry, venomous defense, and cunning deception makes them a fascinating species.
