Understanding Snake Behavior and Care

The video discusses the natural diet of rattlesnakes, which includes squirrels, prairie dogs, lizards, and jackrabbits. It highlights the challenges of feeding snakes in captivity, where they often refuse to eat. The video also covers techniques used to safely feed snakes, such as using tongs to prevent injury from live prey. Finally, it draws a parallel between public interest in observing snakes and attending church dinners for free meals.

What is a common challenge faced by rattlesnakes when kept in captivity?

• They lose their venom.

• They refuse to eat.

• They become more aggressive.

• They grow too quickly.

What is the typical lifespan of a snake in captivity according to the video?

• A few weeks

• Over two years

• A couple of months

• Three months to a year

Why is it dangerous to feed live mice to confined rattlesnakes?

• The mice can become pets.

• The mice can escape.

• The mice can injure the snake.

• The mice can eat the snake's food.

What tool does Andrew use to assist snakes in feeding?

• A glove

• Tongs

• A stick

• A net

What happens during the snake's third strike?

• The snake delivers a direct hit.

• The snake misses.

• The snake gets injured.

• The mouse escapes.

How does the video describe people's interest in observing snakes?

• As a scientific study

• As a dangerous activity

• As similar to attending a free dinner

• As a casual curiosity