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New study on social interaction patterns (yes, social interaction) in snakes
New study on social interaction patterns in snakes. Yes, this was a study with garter snakes, which we already know form aggregate groups. But I think it also shows us that old beliefs about snakes being unable to form relationships are probably wrong.
"Our research demonstrates that these snakes actively seek out social interaction and prefer to join and remain with larger groups and that their social interaction patterns are influenced by consistent individual differences in boldness and sociability."
https://link.springer.com/article/10...LxSNhEB_M5XepU
I don't expect or want my snakes to be like people, my dog, or my cat. But I think they've been woefully misunderstood and under-studied in terms of behavioral research.
Last edited by Caitlin; 06-08-2020 at 02:39 PM.
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Re: New study on social interaction patterns (yes, social interaction) in snakes
Originally Posted by Caitlin
...I don't expect or want my snakes to be like people, my dog, or my cat. But I think they've been woefully misunderstood and under-studied in terms of behavioral research.
I totally agree. Well-said.
Research has been hampered by centuries of fear, incorrect assumptions, & general lack of interest or financial support. The relatively few who've dared to keep an open mind to study snakes have been mocked & disbelieved. And it's not easy to study their responses, that's for sure...it takes some creativity.
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