Snake Myths

There are many interesting myths about snakes and their behavior. Snakes are not able to charm or hypnotize their prey, though some animals may become paralyzed with fear and unable to move in their presence. They do not suckle milk from cows or goats, swallow their young in times of danger to regurgitate them later, or emit poisonous breath. There is also no such thing as a hoop snake that is able to bite its tail and roll down hills.