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The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week
Reptilian Theater Kids, Gay Giraffes, Impatient Birds
Jun 19, 2024
Guest Owen Ever from A Field Guide to Gay Animals discusses homosexuality in giraffes. Topics include dramatic snake behaviors, impatient birds, and exploring queerness in nature. The episode also covers subway harassment prevention, male giraffe courtship rituals, and non-human animals using referential communication with syntax.
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- Dice snakes use dramatic fake deaths as a defense mechanism against predators.
- Japanese tits communicate nesting order through symbolic wing gestures.
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Dramatic Dice Snakes Perform Elaborate Fake Deaths to Escape Predators
Dice snakes, known for their elaborate fake deaths when threatened by predators, captivate researchers with their dramatic performances. When faced with danger, they writhe on the ground, excrete a cocktail of poop and musk, and sometimes even cough up blood. This behavior of playing dead serves as a defense mechanism, deterring predators and allowing the snakes to escape unharmed. Observations by scientists shed light on the intricate survival tactics of these unique reptiles.
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