Eastern hognose snake

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English - July 14, 2023 08:56 - 1 minute - 1.15 MB - ★★★★★ - 16 ratings
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Heterodon platirhinos, commonly known as the eastern hognose snake, is a species of snake which grow to be 20-30 inches long with a thick body and an upturned snout. These snakes mainly feed on amphibians, are not harmful to humans, and will play dead when threatened.