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This Snake’s Bizarre Tail Looks Like a Spider. Scientists Finally Took a Peek Inside
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Scientists have examined the skeleton of the spider-tailed horned viper, a snake with an arachnid-like appendage used for bait.
Despite its unusual appearance, the snake's skeleton was found to be relatively mundane, with the tail's unique appearance not stemming from its bones.
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- Researchers at the Field Museum in Chicago scanned the snake's skeleton.
- The snake's skeleton was found to be surprisingly ordinary.
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Expected Outcomes
- Further study of the spider-tailed horned viper's behavior and anatomy.
Why It Matters
Understanding the unique adaptations of this species can provide insights into evolutionary biology.
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- Sep 10Gizmodo (XX): The spider-tailed horned viper uses its unique appendage to bait birds with a fake spidery meal.
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